SaralnamaIndia's first cooperative taxi service, 'Bharat Taxi', will start in December. A pilot with 650 drivers begins in Delhi this November. The service will expand nationwide next month, adding 5,000 drivers and women 'Sarthis'. Unlike private companies like Ola-Uber, this government-monitored service aims to address safety concerns. Drivers will be co-owners. The app, available in Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, and English, can be downloaded from app stores in November. Drivers keep 100% of ride earnings, paying only a nominal daily, weekly, or monthly fee. To book a Bharat Taxi, download the app and follow the on-screen instructions. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 03:21 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- India's first cooperative taxi service, 'Bharat Taxi', will start in December
- A pilot with 650 drivers begins in Delhi this November
- The service will expand nationwide next month, adding 5,000 drivers and women 'Sarthis'