Archive · 29 Dec 2025
Government Launches Bharat Taxi to Compete with Ola and Uber
The Indian government is launching a new ride-hailing app called Bharat Taxi.
Unlike Ola and Uber, this app will give all the ride earnings to the drivers, with no commission taken by the company.
The government says this will help drivers earn more and have better benefits, like insurance and the ability to make extra money by displaying ads on their cars.
Passengers will also get benefits like no surprise price increases during busy times and better safety features.
The app is being tested in some areas now and will be available everywhere soon.
Over 51,000 drivers have already signed up to use it.
Bharat Taxi is a government-backed ride-hailing app focused on driver welfare and earnings.
The platform operates on a zero-commission model, ensuring drivers receive full ride earnings.
Backed by cooperative institutions like Amul, IFFCO, and NABARD, with the government as the principal promoter.
Drivers will receive benefits such as insurance coverage and additional income from vehicle advertisements.
Passengers will enjoy features like no surge pricing, real-time tracking, and enhanced safety measures.
- Who
- Indian government, Ministry of Cooperation, drivers, passengers
- What
- Launch of Bharat Taxi, a driver-focused ride-hailing app
- When
- Within the next 1-2 months
- Where
- India, with beta in Delhi and Gujarat
- Why
- To address driver income concerns and provide a fairer alternative to Ola and Uber
- Platform Name
- Bharat Taxi
- Launch Timeline
- Within 1-2 months
- Key Feature
- Zero-commission model
- Backed By
- Ministry of Cooperation, Amul, IFFCO, NABARD
- Driver Benefits
- Full earnings, insurance, ad revenue
- Passenger Benefits
- No surge pricing, real-time tracking, 24/7 support
- Safety Measures
- Driver verification, law enforcement integration
- Current Availability
- Beta in Delhi and Gujarat
