Published: 10 October 2025PIBEconomy
Bharat Taxi: India's First Cooperative-Driven Ride-Hailing Platform Announced
India announced the launch of Bharat Taxi, the country's first cooperative-driven national ride-hailing platform, through a partnership between NeGD (MeitY) and Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd. with an initial capital of ₹300 crore, managed by Amul MD Jayen Mehta.
Unlike private cab companies, every driver becomes a part-owner. Instead of 20-25% commission cuts, drivers pay only a nominal membership fee. The pilot starts in Delhi in November 2025 with 650 driver-owners, expanding to 5,000 vehicles across metros by December and 20 cities including Mumbai, Pune, Bhopal, Lucknow, and Jaipur by 2026. Key features include UPI/card payments, real-time tracking, SOS, multilingual support, and standardised pricing without surge charges.
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Q: Evaluate the cooperative model of Bharat Taxi as an alternative to private ride-hailing platforms, discussing its potential for driver welfare and pricing fairness.
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Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative-driven national ride-hailing platform, was announced via NeGD and Sahakar Taxi Cooperative with initial capital of ₹300 crore, led by Amul MD Jayen Mehta. Drivers become part-owners paying a nominal fee instead of 20-25 percent commissions. Pilot starts November 2025 in Delhi; Jaipur launches by 2026.
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Which Amul official was elected chairperson of Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited, the cooperative behind Bharat Taxi?
Explanation · Correct answer BBharat Taxi is a cooperative-led ride-hailing initiative promoted by institutions including NCDC, IFFCO, Amul and NABARD. Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited had an authorised share capital of ₹300 crore, while its promoters initially committed about ₹80 crore. Jayen Mehta, managing director of Amul, was elected chairperson.
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How was Bharat Taxi announced as a cooperative ride-hailing platform?
India announced Bharat Taxi as the country's first cooperative-driven national ride-hailing platform through a partnership between NeGD (MeitY) and Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd. It has initial capital of ₹300 crore and is managed by Amul MD Jayen Mehta.
How does Bharat Taxi's driver model differ from private cab companies?
Unlike private cab companies, every driver becomes a part-owner. Instead of 20-25% commission cuts, drivers pay only a nominal membership fee.
What rollout plan was announced for Bharat Taxi from Delhi to other cities?
The pilot starts in Delhi in November 2025 with 650 driver-owners. It is set to expand to 5,000 vehicles across metros by December and 20 cities including Mumbai, Pune, Bhopal, Lucknow, and Jaipur by 2026.
Which key service features were listed for Bharat Taxi?
Key features include UPI/card payments, real-time tracking, SOS, multilingual support, and standardised pricing without surge charges.
