The drivers have complained that they are suffering operational losses due to increased fuel prices and low base fares. The drivers have complained that they are suffering operational losses due to increased fuel prices and low base fares compared to rickshaw and taxi fares. (Source: Express Photo by Ravi Kanojia/FILE) The drivers have complained that they are suffering operational losses due to increased fuel prices and low base fares. Almost a year has passed since the state-appointed committee gave its recommendation on the minimum and maximum base fares. Drivers of Ola and Uber have complained that a base fare of Rs 6 per kilometre makes their business unviable..