Bharat Taxi App Launched: Zero Commission, No Surge Pricing, Driver-Owned

• The Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, launched the Bharat Taxi App, the country's first cooperative ride-hailing platform.
• It operates on a zero-commission model, ensuring 100% of the fare goes to drivers, unlike Ola and Uber's 20-30% commission.
• The app eliminates surge pricing, offering transparent and fixed fares, and allows booking of cabs, autos, and bike taxis.
• Drivers, referred to as "Sarathi," are considered owners and receive accident insurance of 5 lakh rupees and family health insurance.
• Special features for women include the "Bike Didi Program," female drivers for female passengers, SOS features, and police tie-ups for enhanced safety.