In a boost for Mumbai’s transport sector, Union Minister Piyush Goyal kicked off Bharat Taxi’s driver onboarding drive. This move aims to fortify urban mobility infrastructure while uplifting driver incomes and working conditions.
The event drew large crowds of auto and cab drivers, union leaders, and cooperative members, underscoring community buy-in. Goyal praised the blend of cooperatives and technology as key to transforming India’s mobility landscape.
Drivers gain from Bharat Taxi’s partner model, which provides digital transparency, improved pay, and respectable employment. The minister forecasted these innovations as harbingers of tomorrow’s city transport.
Backed by the Cooperation Ministry, the campaign focuses on wider digital platform access, operational transparency, and lucrative earning prospects. It’s part of a broader strategy to build driver-centric systems in metros.
With easy onboarding and reliable ride availability, it fosters a sustainable ecosystem for riders and providers alike. Mumbai integrates into the growing network spanning Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Chandigarh, and Lucknow.
COO Vivek Pandey expressed excitement over Mumbai’s market size and union backing, fueling expansion plans. Platform data shows 5.17 lakh+ drivers, 50 lakh+ users, and 10 lakh monthly rides.
Echoing Amit Shah’s national rollout vision for three years, this launch positions Mumbai centrally. For Mumbaikars tired of unreliable cabs, Bharat Taxi heralds efficiency, fairness, and growth in urban commuting.
