MUMBAI: The state government has begun accepting applications for its new aggregator taxi service, ‘Devabhau Sahakar Taxi’, meant to counter the hefty commissions charged by private ride-hailing companies such as Uber, Ola and Rapido. Devabhau app’s coop model to counter pvt aggregator taxis The new platform, boldly branded with the political moniker ‘Deva Bhau’ used…
Mumbai: BJP MLC Pravin Darekar has said the Maharashtra govt would soon launch “Devabhau” and “Chhava” cooperative taxi services in Mumbai, claiming it would curb hefty commissions charged by private aggregators and directly benefit drivers and vehicle owners.Darekar told reporters on Monday that the proposed service would be modelled on the “Bharat Taxi” initiative operating…
Maharashtra’s proposed ‘Devabhau’ and ‘Chhava’ cooperative taxi services, championed by BJP MLC Pravin Darekar to challenge private aggregators, are facing intense scrutiny from activists and the Opposition over the controversial use of Mumbai Bank funds and allegations of political branding. IMAGE: Kindly note that this image has been posted for representational purposes only. Photograph: Unsplash…
Gandhinagar | Gujarat — For decades, Gujarat’s cooperative identity was defined by the white revolution led by Amul. Today, another grassroots movement is quietly reshaping India’s transport economy — not through milk collection centers, but through smartphones, auto-rickshaws, and taxis operating on city roads. Bharat Taxi, launched earlier this year as a driver-owned mobility platform,…
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has intensified efforts to strengthen last-mile connectivity across its network, with nearly 92,000 commuters using services such as e-autos, bike taxis, public bicycles and e-rickshaws daily as of 30 April. Managing Director Vikas Kumar revealed the corporation has partnered with several mobility providers to offer what he described as…
3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 18, 2026 08:31 AM IST Google Maps will steer commuters away from VIP routes, social media will be constantly monitored, shuttle buses will ferry visitors, and fixed e‑taxi points will be set up near the venue. These measures are part of an elaborate traffic plan for two back‑to‑back mega‑events —…
“As and when things materialise, we will increase our presence. We are expanding into Lucknow and Chandigarh by the end of this month,” Rohit Gupta, vice chairperson of Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd (STCL), told Business Standard exclusively. While STCL is the organisation’s name, Bharat Taxi is its consumer-facing platform or brand. …
Union Minister of State for Cooperation Krishan Pal informed the Rajya Sabha that the government plans to expand Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, across the country. He explained that the service is expected to reach major cities as well as talukas within the next two to three years. Government Plans Nationwide Expansion of Bharat…
Last Updated:February 26, 2026, 15:12 IST Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi, letting cab and auto drivers become co-owners with Rs 500 investment, promising profit sharing and minimum base rate. Bharat Taxi drivers will be able to purchase shares worth Rs 500 to become co-owners. Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Monday outlined how cab and…
Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Monday launched Bharat Taxi, a cooperative ride-hailing platform that promises drivers a share in profits and ownership of the service. Speaking at a town hall with cab and auto drivers from Delhi-NCR and Gujarat, Shah said the platform would distribute 80% of its profits to drivers based on kilometres…