Archive · 3 Jul 2025
Minister Books Ride, Catches Illegal Bike Taxi Service in Mumbai
The Transport Minister of Maharashtra checked if illegal bike taxis were running in Mumbai.
He ordered a ride using the Rapido app, pretending to be someone else.
A bike quickly showed up.
The Minister told the driver he was the Minister and that the services weren't allowed.
He said he wouldn't take action against the driver, but wanted to stop the illegal services.
The government hasn't approved these bike services yet, so they're not supposed to be operating.
Maharashtra Transport Minister tested claims of no illegal bike taxis.
Minister booked a Rapido ride under a false name.
A Rapido bike arrived within 10 minutes.
Minister revealed his identity to the driver.
The minister stated the services were still illegal in Mumbai.
- Who
- Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik.
- What
- Maharashtra Transport Minister exposed illegal bike taxi operations.
- When
- Recent, unspecified timeframe.
- Where
- Mumbai, from Mantralaya to Dadar.
- Why
- To verify reports and expose the unauthorized operation of bike taxi services.
Government
Bike Taxi Companies
Regulation
Government
Concerned about unregulated bike taxi services.
Bike Taxi Companies
Not Applicable.
- Minister
- Pratap Sarnaik
- Service Tested
- Rapido
- Ride Location
- Mantralaya to Dadar
- Driver's Action
- Politely Refused Payment
- Government Status
- Bike taxis operating without official approval
Sources
Maharashtra transport minister exposes illegal plying of bike taxi
Mumbai News: Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik Conducts Sting Operation, Exposes Illegal Rapido Bike Services Near Mantralaya; VIDEO
Minister Was Told No Illegal Bike Taxis In Mumbai. He Booked A Ride