The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bharat Taxi, a driver-owned cooperative taxi service operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd., to enhance last-mile connectivity at selected airports. The agreement was signed by AAI chairman Vipin Kumar and aims to introduce regulated and passenger-friendly cab services at various airport locations.
Bharat Taxi operates on a distinctive driver-owned cooperative model promoted by the National Cooperative Development Corporation and supported by leading cooperative institutions. Unlike conventional ride-hailing platforms, the service offers transparent pricing without surge charges, ensuring fair fares for passengers while prioritising driver welfare and ownership.
The initiative aligns with national priorities such as Atmanirbhar Bharat, Sahakar se Samriddhi, and the vision for Viksit Bharat 2047. The service is expected to launch at airports in Rajkot, Vadodara, Surat, Bhuj, Pune, Aurangabad, Varanasi, Kanpur, Prayagraj, and Agra.
Following its formal launch earlier this month by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Bharat Taxi has secured partnerships with institutions including the Delhi Traffic Police, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, and State Bank of India to support regulated operations, financing, and integrated last-mile solutions across urban and airport environments.
This collaboration aims to improve the passenger experience at regional airports by providing reliable, surge-free transportation while empowering local drivers through the cooperative framework.
