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

Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) has issued an advisory to passengers, urging them to plan their journey ahead of an indefinite strike by cabbies and gig workers set to commence on August 8, 2026. The strike, announced by the affected workers, could disrupt normal travel arrangements for those relying on taxi services at the airport.

To mitigate potential inconvenience, the airport advises passengers to account for extra travel time and consider alternative transportation methods available at RGIA, such as prepaid taxis, vehicle rentals, and the Pushpak airport liner. The airport remains operational as usual, with all services functioning normally. Passengers in need of assistance with transport options are directed to the transport help desk situated near Aero Plaza.

Airport officials recommend contacting this desk for personalized guidance and to discuss individual requirements.