Bharat Taxi, a new cooperative ride-hailing service, has officially been launched. The app aims to offer a fair alternative to existing services and make taxi travel affordable for millions of commuters. It also seeks to empower drivers by giving them ownership and reducing costs. The platform follows a cooperative model, where drivers are not just workers but also part-owners of the service. This idea is reflected in its slogan, “Sarathi Hi Malik.” This means the driver is the owner. This highlights that drivers have control, share in profits, and a voice in decision-making.
Inside the Launch of Bharat Taxi in India
The newly launched Bharat Taxi is India’s first ride-hailing platform built on a cooperative model. It was inaugurated by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.
The app comes after pilot operations in the National Capital Region and Gujarat. Its cooperative structure means drivers are not just workers but members with a stake in the service. Home Minister Amit Shah said,
“In three years, Bharat Taxi will be rolled out across the country, from Kashmir to Kanniyakumari and Dwarka to Kamakhya”
Bharat Taxi Fare Pricing
Bharat Taxi has introduced a transparent pricing model that differs from traditional ride-hailing apps by avoiding sudden fare increases and high commissions. Instead of charging extra during busy periods, the platform uses fixed fare pricing so passengers pay a predictable amount for trips without “surge pricing.”
Under this model, drivers are not charged a per-ride commission. Private competitors typically take 20 to 30% of a driver’s fare, but Bharat Taxi retains this with zero commission. This means drivers pay only a flat daily access fee and keep most of their earnings. This is expected to make the platform more affordable for passengers while improving drivers’ incomes.
Some early reports suggest that overall ride costs could be up to about 30% cheaper than comparable services on Uber or Ola due to these savings being passed on to customers.
What Makes Bharat Taxi Different from Ola and Uber
Bharat Taxi is designed to benefit both drivers and passengers. As per info. Shared by The Economic Times, the app offers fares that are up to 30% lower than many rivals and promises no surge pricing during peak hours.
For drivers, there is 0 commission on earnings. Instead of losing a share of each fare, drivers pay a small daily access fee to use the platform. This keeps more money in their pockets and encourages higher earnings.
Other key benefits include an insurance upto Rs 5,000,00 to registered drivers, safety features and the chance to become cooperative members with voting rights and profit sharing.
How Bharat Taxi Benefits Riders And Drivers
For riders, Bharat Taxi brings transparent pricing, predictable fares and more choices for travel. Users can book standard city rides, autos and bikes from a single app. There are no surprise price hikes, even during busy times.
On the other hand, for drivers, the launch means they keep a larger share of their earnings. They pay a fixed daily fee instead of losing 20-30% of each ride to commission.
Steps to Register As A Passenger
As a passenger, you just need to follow the steps shown here to get yourself registered:
- Download the App: Search for “Bharat Taxi Cab, Auto & Bike” on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Register & Verify: Open the app, enter your mobile number and verify your identity with the help of the one-time password (OTP) sent to your phone.
- Complete Profile: Add basic details like name and email.
- Start Booking: Once registered, you can book rides across cities with ease.
Steps to Register As A Driver
Follow the steps below to register as a Bharat Taxi driver and start earning through the cooperative platform:
- Download Driver App: Find the Bharat Taxi driver app on Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Mobile Verification: Enter your Indian mobile number and verify with OTP.
- Create Profile: Next, Add all necessary details such as name, city of operation and email.
- Upload Documents: Provide legal documents like driving licence, vehicle registration, insurance and fitness certificate.
- Join Cooperative: Drivers can choose to buy shares to become cooperative members.
- Verification and Activation: Once verified, the account is activated to receive ride requests.
What To Expect After Registration
After registration, passengers can book rides instantly through the app. Users can see estimated fares before confirming a trip and track their ride in real time.
Drivers can start receiving ride requests once their account is active. Inthe application, they also get access to features like trip history, earnings reports and support services. As cooperative members, drivers may see longer-term benefits such as dividends and shared decision-making.
Is Bharat Taxi The Future Of Ride-Hailing In India?
Bharat Taxi represents a fresh chapter for mobility services in India. Its focus on fairness for drivers and affordable fares for passengers could change how ride-hailing works. Whether it becomes a long-term rival to private players depends on how quickly it can grow and keep riders and drivers satisfied.
If it succeeds, Bharat Taxi may inspire more cooperative ventures in digital services, proving that shared ownership can work at scale.
