Rajasthan Chief Minister launches cooperative Bharat Taxi in Jaipur promising 15% lower fares than Ola, Uber

Rajasthan Chief Minister launches cooperative Bharat Taxi in Jaipur promising 15% lower fares than Ola, Uber

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma flagged off Bharat Taxi in Jaipur on Saturday, marking the launch of India’s cooperative ride-hailing platform in the state capital. The event took place at the Bhagwat Singh Mehta Auditorium at the OTS campus, with Union Minister of State for Cooperation Murlidhar Mohol attending as a guest. The cooperative model…

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Cooperative cab service promises lower fares, zero surge pricing and commission-free rides

Cooperative cab service promises lower fares, zero surge pricing and commission-free rides

The country’s first cooperative cab service, Bharat Taxi, is set to launch in Jaipur, with trial runs scheduled to begin in June. Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is expected to formally inaugurate the service in July. Officials said Bharat Taxi aims to end the arbitrary pricing practices of private cab aggregators in the…

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Govt launches ‘Bharat Taxi’ app for autos and cabs, bets on driver-owned model and lower fares

Govt launches ‘Bharat Taxi’ app for autos and cabs, bets on driver-owned model and lower fares

MUMBAI: In a direct challenge to private ride-hailing platforms, the government-backed Bharat Taxi App was launched on Thursday, positioning itself as a driver-first alternative to existing aggregator cab services. While the driver-facing app went live on April 23, the passenger version is expected to roll out in the first week of May. Govt launches ‘Bharat…

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Hyderabad Game for Launch of Bharat Taxi to Stabilise Fares, Address Driver Grievances

Hyderabad Game for Launch of Bharat Taxi to Stabilise Fares, Address Driver Grievances

Hyderabad:Transport experts have welcomed the Centre’s Bharat Taxi proposal saying drivers have long been complaining that private aggregators levy high commissions and surge charges while drivers do not receive proportional earnings. They said the new platform could address both driver grievances and customer complaints over fluctuating fares. Pillijuttu Daniel, a two-wheeler taxi driver, said, “We…

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No Surge, Lower Fares & Drivers As Owners: All About Bharat Taxi, India's New Ride-Hailing App | Explainers News

No Surge, Lower Fares & Drivers As Owners: All About Bharat Taxi, India’s New Ride-Hailing App | Explainers News

Last Updated:February 05, 2026, 15:44 IST Bharat Taxi operates on a cooperative ownership model where each driver on the platform (Sarathi) holds shares in the cooperative, giving them a stake in the business The app will be available on both Android and iOS, and can book different vehicle types from autos and bike taxis to…

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