Amit Shah Launches Bharat Taxi: Drivers Become Owners, Cooperative Model Promises Fairer Fares

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News18•05-02-2026, 10:32
Amit Shah Launches Bharat Taxi: Drivers Become Owners, Cooperative Model Promises Fairer Fares
- •Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched 'Bharat Taxi', the first cooperative sector taxi service, in New Delhi.
- •The 'Driver as Owner' model ensures drivers are partners and owners, receiving a larger share of earnings and social security benefits.
- •Bharat Taxi aims to provide an alternative to traditional app-based services, promising 30% cheaper fares and no surge pricing for passengers.
- •The 'Saarthi Didi' initiative promotes safe and dignified employment for women drivers, enhancing women's safety.
- •Over three lakh drivers have joined the platform, with millions of passengers already using the service since its soft launch.
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