Delhi is set to welcome Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative-based taxi service, offering an alternative to existing app-based cab aggregators. Launched by the Central Government, the platform aims to provide fair pricing, improved driver welfare, and reliable urban mobility.
Service Features and Passenger Experience
Operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited, Bharat Taxi follows a zero-commission model and is available on Android and iOS platforms. Key passenger features include:
| Feature | Description |
| Booking Options | Cars, auto-rickshaws, bike taxis |
| App Functionality | Mobile registration, pick-up/drop selection, real-time ride tracking |
| Fare Structure | Transparent, fair pricing with no surge exploitation |
| Interface | Multilingual and user-friendly |
| Safety | Verified drivers, integration with Delhi Police, ride-sharing options |
| Customer Support | 24×7 availability |
The service also aims to curb surge pricing and reduce issues like ride refusals and cancellations.
Driver-Centric Cooperative Model
Bharat Taxi is based on a driver-owned cooperative structure, designed to offer better earnings and working conditions. Drivers receive up to 80% of the fare, credited through a structured monthly system, providing an equitable alternative to private aggregators.
Expansion Plans
- Over 56,000 drivers have registered.
- Trials completed in Delhi; pilot underway in Rajkot, Gujarat.
- Post-January launch in Delhi, the platform will expand to 20+ cities across India.
Summary:
Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative ride-hailing service, will launch in Delhi in January, featuring a zero-commission model, fair pricing, verified drivers, and 24×7 support. With over 56,000 registered drivers, the platform seeks to provide an equitable alternative to private aggregators and plans to expand to more than 20 cities nationwide.
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