Mumbai, March 27: The government is set to introduce ‘Sahkar Taxi’, a cooperative-based ride-hailing service aimed at ensuring better earnings for drivers. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the initiative in Parliament. The initiative is modeled after platforms like Ola and Uber but eliminates intermediaries.
Under this scheme, cooperative societies can register two-wheelers, taxis, rickshaws, and four-wheelers, allowing drivers to retain their full earnings. Shah emphasized that the initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ (Prosperity through Cooperation) and aims to empower drivers through a cooperative framework. Ola Electric Confirms Receiving Inquiries From Government Over Discrepancies in Its EV Sales Data and Trade Requirement Certificates.
Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted that the government is set to introduce ‘Sahkar Taxi’, a cooperative ride-hailing service aimed at boosting drivers’ earnings by cutting out intermediaries. He emphasized that this initiative is a key step towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ (Prosperity through Cooperation). Rapido Cabs: Bike-Taxi Startup Rapido Enters Cab Business With Intra-City Mobility Solution.
Shah stated that the Ministry of Cooperation has been working for three and a half years to bring this project to life. The service, expected to roll out in the coming months, will allow cooperative societies to register taxis, rickshaws, two-wheelers, and four-wheelers, ensuring that profits go directly to the drivers rather than third-party platforms.
What is Sahkar Taxi?
Sahkar Taxi is a government-backed cooperative ride-hailing service announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Unlike private platforms like Ola and Uber, it aims to provide fair earnings to drivers by removing intermediaries. Cooperative societies will be able to register two-wheelers, taxis, rickshaws, and four-wheelers, ensuring direct profit flow to drivers. The initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ (Prosperity through Cooperation).
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