An inquiry has been conducted in Umaraila, a revenue village in the Yamkeshwar assembly constituency, after residents complained that vehicle operators were charging more than expected for local journeys.

Assistant Regional Transport Officer Amit Kumar visited the village on the District Magistrate’s instructions. He spoke with residents and drivers and gathered details about fares charged on routes from Umaraila to Dugadda and Kotdwar.

The complaint is particularly important for daily passengers because GMOU and state transport corporation bus services are not available in the area. Residents said this leaves people dependent on private vehicles for regular travel.

Fares cited by residents

During the inquiry, villagers said passengers were being charged 20 for travel from Umaraila to Dugadda and 70 for travel from Umaraila to Kotdwar. They also alleged that higher fares were being collected from school and college students.

The reported fares are part of the information gathered during the inquiry. The available account does not state that a final violation has been established or that any driver has been penalised.

Complaint raised during DM’s visit

Residents had raised the issue during District Magistrate Swati Bhadauria’s visit to Umaraila on the previous Sunday. They told her that high fares were creating difficulties for people who rely on private vehicles because regular bus services were unavailable.

The District Magistrate then assured residents that the matter would be examined. Acting on that direction, ARTO Amit Kumar visited Umaraila on Sunday to collect information from the community and vehicle operators.

Kumar said a report would be prepared using the information received from local residents and students, along with the details gathered from drivers. The report will be forwarded to senior officials for further consideration.

The inquiry therefore records the residents’ complaint and the transport department’s initial fact-finding step. Any further decision will depend on the report submitted to higher authorities.

Conclusion

The Umaraila fare complaint has led to an inquiry by ARTO Amit Kumar after residents raised concerns about charges to Dugadda and Kotdwar. The department will send its findings to senior officials.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What complaint was raised in Umaraila?

Residents complained that vehicle operators were charging excessive fares on journeys from Umaraila to nearby destinations.

Q. Who conducted the inquiry?

ARTO Amit Kumar conducted the inquiry after receiving directions from District Magistrate Swati Bhadauria.

Q. Which routes were discussed?

The inquiry covered fares from Umaraila to Dugadda and from Umaraila to Kotdwar.

Q. What fares did residents report?

Residents reported charges of 20 from Umaraila to Dugadda and 70 from Umaraila to Kotdwar.

Q. Why do residents depend on private vehicles?

Residents said GMOU and state transport corporation bus services are not available in the area.

Q. Were students also mentioned in the complaint?

Yes. Residents said higher fares were also being collected from students.

Q. What happens next?

The ARTO will prepare a report based on the information gathered and send it to senior officials.