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BluSmart Eyes Revival Through Uber Green Partnership Amid SEBI Probe Fallout

The EV ride-hailing service, suspended after a financial scandal involving its backer Gensol, promises refunds and explores fleet leasing with Uber India.

Overview

  • BluSmart has suspended operations in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru following a SEBI investigation into financial misconduct by its affiliate, Gensol Engineering.
  • The company has assured customers it will refund wallet balances within 90 days if services do not resume during that period.
  • Gensol Engineering's promoters allegedly misused ₹664 crore of taxpayer-backed loans intended for EV procurement, diverting funds to luxury assets and personal expenses.
  • BluSmart is reportedly negotiating with Uber India to lease up to 8,000 EVs under the Uber Green brand, with rebranding already underway for some vehicles in Bengaluru.
  • SEBI has barred Gensol's promoters, Anmol and Puneet Jaggi, from the stock market and ordered a forensic audit to investigate the misuse of funds.