Auto-rickshaws have become a very common mode of transport for short distances. They are usually not metered, and are usually shared. There are several routes, and the auto-rickshaws of a particular route ply between two distinct places of that route only. Autorickshaws can accommodate three people in the backseat, and one passenger in front beside the driver legally. The fares are usually quite low compared to other metro cities like Delhi and Mumbai, the minimum fare being ₹8. Unlike other metros the autorickshaws do not run on a fare meter. The auto rickshaws are not allowed in major arterial roads and certain part of the city.