The Indian government backed cab hailing platform Bharat Taxi is set to launch in Delhi on January 1, 2026, offering a driver owned alternative to private ride hailing companies such as Uber, Ola and Rapido. The platform is promoted by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited and follows a cooperative ownership model aimed at improving driver incomes and fare transparency.
Under the Bharat Taxi model, drivers will retain nearly 80% of the total fare, significantly higher than the earnings typically offered by commission based aggregators. In some cases, officials have indicated that the entire fare paid by passengers will be credited directly to drivers, with any surplus generated by the cooperative distributed among its members rather than retained as profit. The approach is designed to reduce financial pressure on drivers and give them a direct stake in the platform’s long-term growth.
A major differentiator for Bharat Taxi is its fixed and upfront pricing system. Unlike dynamic pricing models that increase fares during peak hours, holidays or adverse weather conditions, the app will follow a no-surge policy, allowing passengers to view the final fare before confirming a booking. The government says this will bring greater predictability and trust to urban commuting.
The platform will offer multiple mobility options, including auto-rickshaws, cars and bike taxis. It will support bookings in several Indian languages and include features such as real time vehicle tracking, verified driver onboarding, in app safety tools and 24/7 customer support.
Driver response has been strong ahead of the launch. Around 56,000 drivers in Delhi have already registered, with over 51,000 sign-ups recorded within 10 days across Delhi and Gujarat’s Saurashtra region. Beta trials for passengers are currently underway in Delhi, with the app available on Google Play.
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