The ride-hailing market in India is about to witness fierce competition. On Thursday, Amit Shah, Union Home and Cooperation Minister, launches Bharat Taxi—the nation’s inaugural cooperative taxi app. Designed to rival Uber, Ola, and Rapido, it prioritizes affordability and driver welfare.
Supported by the Cooperation Ministry and run by Sahkar Taxi Cooperative Limited, this driver-centric platform starts with zero commissions. Full ride payments flow directly to ‘Sarathi’ drivers, with free access to the service.
Aiming to end exploitative commissions, the app’s pricing undercuts markets: Rs 30 per km for short 4 km trips, Rs 23 for medium, and Rs 18 for longer hauls. Metro and public transit integration streamlines travel planning.
Surge pricing avoidance is key, with dynamic pricing as a rare exception. Later, 20% fees return to drivers via incentives. Buzz is electric—150 women drivers registered, 40,000+ daily sign-ups, 4 lakh+ users. Top app store rankings reflect hype.
Safety-first: Emergency notifications, team support, sirens built-in. Easy sign-up. Airport pick-up zones and future hubs planned.
This initiative underscores cooperative power in modern services. Bharat Taxi could democratize ridesharing, slashing costs for users and boosting earnings for drivers, heralding a new era of inclusive transport.