Launch · Mobility & Logistics

Government launches Bharat Taxi as driver-owned platform

By Startup Enthusiast · 5 February 2026

What they do

Bharat Taxi is a cooperative ride-hailing service where drivers act as shareholders and co-owners

The platform launched in Delhi-NCR and Gujarat with a zero-commission and surge-free pricing model

It aims to compete with private aggregators by offering lower fares and comprehensive driver benefits

Union Minister Amit Shah officially launched Bharat Taxi on February 5, 2026, in New Delhi.
The platform operates under a zero-commission model where drivers retain 100% of the fare.
Drivers are registered as co-owners through the Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited.
The service prohibits surge pricing to ensure stable and transparent fares for passengers.
Registered drivers, known as Sarathis, receive personal accident and family health insurance coverage.
The platform plans to expand its operations across all Indian states within two years.

The initiative aims to reduce the dominance of private ride-hailing aggregators like Ola and Uber.
It promotes the cooperative movement by providing drivers with financial agency and social security.
The model is designed to provide passengers with fares estimated to be 30% lower than competitors.

The platform facilitates bookings for cars, auto-rickshaws, and two-wheelers.
It operates on a daily access fee model instead of taking a percentage-based commission.
The service is integrated with Digital Public Infrastructure for driver verification and safety.
A women-focused vertical called Bike Didi provides dedicated services for female riders.
The cooperative is supported by national institutions including IFFCO, Amul, and NABARD.

Expand services to all states and Union Territories within two years.
Develop an all-inclusive ticketing system combining ride-hailing with metro travel.