Hyderabad airport advises passengers to plan ahead as cabbies, gig workers plan indefinite strike from August 8

Passengers to airport on Hyderabad outskirts were suggested to plan alternative transport options. The image is used for representative purposes only.
| Photo Credit: Vikram Goud G 2104@Hyderabad
Passengers travelling through the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad have been advised to plan their commute in advance, factor in additional travel time and consider alternative transport options as cabbies and other gig workers have announced an indefinite strike in Hyderabad from Saturday (August 8, 2026).
Alternative transport options
“Passengers are encouraged to plan their commute in advance, factor in extra travel time and explore alternative transport options available at the airport including prepaid taxis, rentals and Pushpak airport liner. Hyderabad airport operations will continue as normal,” as per the advisory issued by the airport on Friday (August 7, 2026).
Passengers requiring assistance with transport arrangements were asked to approach the transport help desk near Aero Plaza at the airport.

Published – August 07, 2026 03:16 pm IST