Bharat Taxi App Launches: Driver-Owned Cooperative to Revolutionize Ride-Hailing with Lower Fares

• Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched the Bharat Taxi App, a cooperative taxi service, starting in Delhi-NCR.
• The app operates on a driver-owned model, eliminating commissions and ensuring drivers receive the full fare paid by passengers.
• Fares are expected to be 30% lower than competitors, with no surge pricing, offering transparent and predictable costs.
• Drivers become co-owners by acquiring shares, receive Rs 5 lakh personal accident insurance and Rs 5 lakh family health insurance.
• The platform has already garnered over 3 lakh drivers and 1 lakh passengers, aiming to expand to major cities soon.