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  • Bharat Taxi set for full launch in Delhi to compete with Ola and Uber 

    Bharat Taxi set for full launch in Delhi to compete with Ola and Uber 

    India’s government-backed ride-hailing platform Bharat Taxi app is set to officially begin operations by the end of January, following a successful pilot phase that recorded strong early demand. The app will initially roll out in Delhi and select other cities, according to a PTI report.

    Launched on a trial basis in Delhi last month, Bharat Taxi has been clocking nearly 5,500 rides daily, with airport trips forming a significant share of bookings. Over 1.4 lakh drivers have already onboarded the platform, attracted largely by its zero-commission structure that allows drivers to retain their full earnings.

    The initiative is being led by the Ministry of Cooperation and operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited, a driver-owned cooperative backed by institutions such as Amul, IFFCO, NABARD and NAFED. The cooperative model also gives elected driver representatives a role in governance.

    “We have received a very good response during the soft launch, and the official launch will be done by month-end,” said Pankaj Kumar Bansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation.

    First announced in March 2025 by Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, Bharat Taxi app aims to reduce drivers’ dependence on private aggregators and offer them ownership in the platform.

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    The app provides bike, auto and cab services, promises transparent pricing with no surge fees, and includes safety features such as live tracking, verified drivers and coordination with Delhi Police.

  • Indian Government to Launch “Sahkar Taxi” as Alternative to Ola, Uber

    Indian Government to Launch “Sahkar Taxi” as Alternative to Ola, Uber

    The Indian government is set to introduce Sahkar Taxi, a cooperative-based ride-hailing service offering an alternative to platforms like Ola and Uber.

    Announced in Parliament by Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the launch on Wednesday, the initiative aims to register two-wheeler taxis, rickshaws, and four-wheeler taxis, ensuring drivers retain 100% of their earnings rather than sharing profits with large corporations.

    This move places the government in direct competition with private aggregators, including Uber, Ola, Rapido, and BluSmart.

    Aligned with the ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ vision, Sahkar Taxi has been in development for over three years to create a more equitable ride-hailing ecosystem.

    The launch follows allegations of discriminatory pricing by Ola and Uber, with reports suggesting fare variations based on device type.

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    The CCPA has issued notices to both companies, prompting further investigations into pricing policies across industries.

    With transparent pricing, fair earnings for drivers, and competitive fares for commuters, Sahkar Taxi aims to reshape the ride-hailing industry with a cooperative, driver-first approach.

    Similar models already exist in states like West Bengal, where the Yatri Sathi service, launched by the Mamata Banerjee-led government, has expanded beyond Kolkata to cities such as Siliguri, Asansol, and Durgapur.

    In Karnataka, the Namma Yatri app follows a driver-first model, allowing operators to retain full earnings while offering affordable transport solutions.