tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72038177985536341332023-11-15T09:18:56.820-08:00You decideChethuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01463072357549565990noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7203817798553634133.post-32209903415048877292007-12-20T03:50:00.000-08:002007-12-20T03:51:17.675-08:00Illegal parking feesBeware of parking fee collectors at Public Utility Building, MG Road. I had this experience at 8.30 PM on 25.10.2007.<br /><br />I had to join my friends for dinner at Canopy Restaurant which is on 2nd Floor in Utility Building. When I moved my car towards the entrance, the parking fee collector approached me and asked for Rs.50 as parking fee. Fortunately, BMP authorities have put up a board specifying the parking fee for 2 and 4 wheelers.<br /><br />It is Rs.10 upto one hour and thereafter Rs.10 per hour.<br /><br />I pointed my finger at the board and told the person, "why Rs.50, when it is Rs.10 upto one hour?"<br /><br />He replied that at Rs.50, I get unlimited parking hours. <br />I didn't need this as I would finish off the dinner in less than 2 hours and leave. I told the same to him. After this, he said I have to pay minimum Rs.30. I could not argue with him longer as they were others waiting behind me and I also I feared for the safety of my car when left unattended. <br />Grumbling I thrust Rs.30 in his hand and parked my car in the basement. And, I was out within 2 hours.<br /><br />I felt cheated. I am sure that extra amount will not go into the contractor's account but to these staff collecting the cash. So, both the parties are cheated here.<br /><br />My advise to you, beware of such people and atleast question them. This way they will not take you for granted.Chethuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01463072357549565990noreply@blogger.com0