<span style="color: #222222;">Maharashtra government has approved the implementation of "happy hour" for autorickshaws as recommended by Khatua panel. <br />''<br />''A government resolution states that fares will be slashed by 15 percent between 12 noon and 4 pm. The decision will however not be applicable to local taxis and app based taxis. <br />''<br />''The panel had said that the new concept will turn lean hours to happy hours, especially for housewives and senior citizens who normally don't have a fixed schedule for their outings. While citizens are pleased with the move, autorickshaw unions have indicated that they will oppose the move.</span><br />