Kaali-Peeli taxis in Mumbai continue to witness a sharp decline in bookings even after relaxations in COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. As Unlock 1 unfolds, it has not brought much respite for these taxi owners as they are only allowed to ferry passengers related to essential services.

As many as 30,000 kaali-peeli taxis are registered with Mumbai Taxi Men-s Union and only 500 to 1,000 are plying for essential services.