Ludhiana, Oct. 11 -- Visitors to the multi-level parking near the deputy commissioner's (DC) office have raised serious concerns after being overcharged by the parking contractor. Several visitors claimed that they were charged Rs.50 for parking their vehicles for barely 10 to 15 minutes, while the approved rate for four-wheelers is only Rs.20 for the first four hours.

The incident has once again brought the functioning of the parking facility under question, especially as the same contractor, who had earlier been removed by the district administration for irregularities, has reportedly resumed operations. The visitors alleged that despite past complaints and warnings, the parking system remains mismanaged and unchecked.

"I came to the ...