Hyderabad, April 7 -- A share auto has always been a reliable source of transport for Hyderabadis. They come in handy for short distances - when cabs are too expensive, a single auto ride isn't cost-effective and public transport is limited or inconvenient.

Old City's public mostly depends on shared autos. But the recent shortage of LPG Auto fuel has forced share auto drivers to increase their fee.

So what was once a Rs 20 ride from Charminar to Uppuguda has risen to Rs 30. Till Pahadi Shareef, the fare now stands from Rs 40 to Rs 50 and similarly, to Shaheennagar, it is Rs 40 to Rs 50, as well as Puranapul is from Rs 15 to Rs 25.

Share auto drivers are frustrated too. From standing long hours in the gas station to long hours waiting f...