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Government Sets 1–2 Month Timeline for ‘Bharat Taxi,’ a Cooperative Ride-Hailing App Promising Driver Profit-Sharing

The Ministry of Cooperation outlines a driver-centric platform that channels profits to drivers, targeting a rapid rollout.

Overview

  • Amit Shah announced in Panchkula that Bharat Taxi will launch within one or two months under the Ministry of Cooperation.
  • He said all profits from the service would go to drivers, aiming to boost earnings and customer convenience.
  • Shah said the app is intended to reduce drivers’ reliance on private ride-hailing companies and open new employment opportunities.
  • The platform is to be run by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd., a multi-state cooperative registered in June 2025, according to Shah.
  • Officials and reports offered no detailed operations plan or firm launch date beyond the window cited, including governance, technology, funding, or enrollment specifics.