Bharat Taxi expanded to Six States and UT's

Bharat Taxi, country’s first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL) has been gaining momentum.

What It Is
- Bharat Taxi is India’s first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL).
- It’s not meant to replace private aggregators like Ola or Uber, but to provide a driver-centric, people-centric alternative.
- Drivers (called Sarathis) are members and stakeholders, ensuring their economic and social welfare.

Scale & Reach (as of July 28, 2026)
- Total registered Sarathis: 8.27 lakh (827,000).

State breakdown:
- Delhi-NCR: 2,61,045
- Gujarat: 1,04,163
- Maharashtra: 84,332
- Uttar Pradesh: 21,621
- Rajasthan: 20,599
- Chandigarh: 10,695

Governance & Support
- Registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002.
- Supported by major cooperative institutions: NCDC, IFFCO, AMUL, KRIBHCO, NAFED, NABARD, NDDB, NCEL.
- No financial assistance or equity support from the Government; it’s fully cooperative-driven.

Features
- Passenger Safety: Driver & vehicle verification, SOS button, trip-sharing, coordination with police.
- Data Protection: Encrypted storage under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
- Fare Transparency: Determined with input from State Transport Authorities and driver representatives.
- Grievance Redressal: Call centre, customer support, and grievance team.

Expansion Strategy
- Rollout to new cities depends on operational readiness, driver availability, statutory approvals, and partnerships with airports, railways, and metro systems for last-mile connectivity.

In short: Bharat Taxi is a cooperative alternative to private ride-hailing apps, designed to empower drivers while offering passengers safe, affordable, and transparent mobility.