Bharat Taxi is India’s first government‑supported cooperative ride‑hailing service, launched on 5 February 2026 by Union home & Cooperation minister Amit Shah. It’s designed to offer a fairer, driver‑centric alternative to private aggregators like Ola, Uber, and Rapido — with a unique cooperative ownership model and user‑friendly features.
🚖 How Bharat Taxi Works
🔹 Cooperative Model (“Sarathi Hi Malik”)
Unlike traditional taxi apps where drivers are contractors, each driver (called a “Sarathi”) becomes a co‑owner in the cooperative. This means drivers share in the platform’s profit and decisions, not just earn per ride.
🔹 Zero Commission & Fixed Fees
Drivers do not pay per‑ride commissions to the platform.
Instead, they pay a fixed daily fee (e.g., ~₹30) to use the app — helping them retain more earnings.
🔹 Lower Fares & Transparent Pricing
Passengers can expect more affordable rides (potentially up to 30 % cheaper) because the cooperative model encourages fair fare structures with no surge pricing.
🔹 Wide service Options
Through the Bharat Taxi platform, users can book:
Cars
Auto‑rickshaws
Bike taxis
All via a single app, depending on trip needs.
🔹 Safety Features
The app includes features like police‑verified driver profiles, SOS/emergency buttons, live location sharing, and help support — aimed to enhance passenger safety.
📱 Official Bharat Taxi Apps — Where to Get Them
There are two main official mobile apps:
🧑🦽 1. Bharat Taxi Rider App
For passengers who want to:
Book rides
Track drivers
See fares and options
Pay securely
📍 Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
🚗 2. Bharat Taxi driver App
For drivers (“Sarathis”) who wish to:
Register their vehicle
Upload documents
Manage ride requests
Track earnings
📍 Also available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
⚠️ Important: Ensure you download the official apps published by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited. Many unrelated apps may appear with similar names, so verify the logo and publisher before installing.
📝 Registration Process
🧑💻 For Riders (Passengers)
Download the Bharat Taxi Rider app from google Play or apple App Store.
Sign up with your mobile number and verify via OTP.
Set your pickup and drop locations.
Choose vehicle type (bike, auto, or car).
Confirm booking and pay — either in‑app or with preferred payment method.
The passenger process is similar to other cab apps and quick to complete.
🧑🔧 For drivers (Sarathis)
Download the Bharat Taxi driver app from Play Store/ App Store.
Register with your mobile number and enter the OTP.
Fill in your personal and vehicle details.
Upload essential documents:
Commercial driving license
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Vehicle RC & insurance
DigiLocker/police verification is performed to confirm identity and vehicle legitimacy.
Account activation: Once verified, drivers can start accepting rides.
📈 Cooperative Share Ownership (Optional)
To deepen the cooperative model, drivers can purchase cooperative shares (often starting at a minimum amount) — officially becoming stakeholders in the platform. This strengthens the “Sarathi Hi Malik” ethos and gives them an ownership stake.
💡 Where Bharat Taxi Is Operational Now
The service launched in the Delhi‑NCR region and Gujarat after a pilot phase. Authorities plan to expand nationwide across all states and union territories within the next 2‑3 years.
During initial trials, the app saw thousands of daily rides and a large number of driver registrations — showing early adoption and demand.
🧠 Why Bharat Taxi Matters
Driver Empowerment: Gives drivers a fair share and ownership rights compared to traditional aggregators.
Affordable Mobility: Transparent pricing and no surge charges benefit passengers.
Safety & Trust: Verified drivers and safety tools enhance passenger comfort.
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📌 Summary
Bharat Taxi is India’s first cooperative ride‑hailing platform, aiming to disrupt the ride‑sharing industry with a driver‑centric model, zero commission approach, and affordable fares. Both riders and drivers can participate via official apps available on Android and iOS. The service is rolling out from Delhi‑NCR and gujarat and will expand nationally over the next few years.
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