In a bold vision for India’s transport sector, Union Minister Amit Shah positioned Bharat Taxi as more than a ride-hailing app—it’s a pathway to dignity and ownership for drivers. Addressing Sarathis in New Delhi on Monday, Shah articulated the scheme’s mission: transform drivers into profit owners.
‘The worker deserves the profit,’ Shah asserted, critiquing models where aggregators pocket gains. Bharat Taxi flips this script, crowning drivers as owners through shares available for just Rs 500. As membership grows, so does collective strength.
Backed by five powerhouse cooperatives, the service eyes nationwide rollout to all municipal corporations in three years. Elected boards will feature dedicated Sarathi seats, fostering self-governance and interest protection.
Profit distribution stands out: 20% reinvested as drivers’ capital, 80% disbursed proportionally to usage. Post three-year growth phase, this model locks in sustained benefits. Every detail—from earnings to operations—reaches drivers via real-time notifications, building unmatched trust.
Operational fairness is ensured through a minimum viability rate covering costs and profits, preventing undercutting. Shah balanced this with a call for excellent customer interactions, ensuring Bharat Taxi’s appeal.
As cooperatives drive this innovation, Bharat Taxi promises economic upliftment, setting a global benchmark for equitable cab services.