Autowallahs

Finding an autowallah ready to go by the meter , is a good way to test the limits of your patience.

This would be my advice :

1> Never get into an auto without telling him to go by meter. Get down if he does not agree to meter and names his price . This can be frustrating at times , but follow this as a matter of principle.
2> Do not catch Autos standing outside Shopping Malls and IT companies . Walk along the road and catch a passing one.
3> Be wary of any "shortcuts" taken by the autowallah , he is lengthening your ride to increase fare.