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Government to Launch Ola, Uber-like ‘Sahkar’ Taxi Service: Amit Shah Announces in Parliament

The Union government plans to launch a cooperative taxi service called Sahkar Taxi to compete with platforms like Ola and Uber, providing bike, cab, and auto services.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the Sahkar Taxi service will ensure that all earnings go directly to drivers, enhancing their financial benefits.
Sahkar Taxi aims to empower drivers and provide passengers with reliable transport options, operating under a cooperative model.
Profits will go solely to the drivers, and a cooperative insurance company will also be formed.

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The Hindu

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Government to Launch Ola, Uber-like ‘Sahkar’ Taxi Service: Amit Shah Announces in Parliament

The government is likely to position the initiative as part of its broader ‘Sahkar se Samriddhi’ (Prosperity through Cooperation) mission.

5 days ago·India

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The Siasat Daily

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Centre to launch 'Sahkar Taxi' to compete with Ola, Uber, Rapido services

New Delhi: The Union government has announced to launch new cooperative-based taxi service called “Sahkar Taxi” that will provide bike, cab, and auto services, to compete with popular ride-hailing platforms like Ola, Uber, and Rapido. The move is aimed at providing an alternative transport service where drivers can earn directly without sharing profits with large corporations. “Sahkar Taxi will register two-wheeler taxis, auto-rickshaws, and fou…

6 days ago

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India TV News

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How Central govt's 'Sahkar Taxi', a cooperative-based ride-hailing service, will benefit drivers

In a significant development, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has announced that the Central government will introduce 'Sahkar' taxi, a cooperative-run ride-hailing service modelled after Uber and Ola. While addressing a debate in Lok Sabha, Amit Shah said the initiative is in line with the Prime Minister's slogan "sahkar se samriddhi" (prosperity through cooperation). “In the coming months, we will establish a large-scale cooperat…

6 days ago·India

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India Today

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Government to launch 'Sahkar Taxi'

The Indian government is gearing up to launch ‘Sahkar Taxi’ — a cooperative-based ride-hailing platform set to rival apps like Ola and Uber. Announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the Lok Sabha, this service aims to directly benefit drivers, cutting out intermediaries and ensuring fair pay. The move comes amid a backlash against current platforms over discriminatory pricing based on device types. With the government stepping in, the futur…

6 days ago·India

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News18 India

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‘Sahkar Taxi’ To Launch Soon, Here's How Govt Plans To Help Drivers Earn More

Unlike Ola and Uber, this service will allow drivers to register their two-wheelers, taxis, rickshaws, and four-wheelers through cooperative societies—without middlemen taking a share of their earnings.

6 days ago·India

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What Is Sahkar Taxi? Government To Introduce Ola and Uber-Like Ride-Hailing Service, Designed To Benefit Drivers Directly; People Can Book 2-Wheelers, Taxis, Rickshaws and 4-Wheelers | 📰 LatestLY

The government plans to launch 'Sahkar Taxi,' a cooperative-based ride-hailing service similar to Ola and Uber, allowing bookings for two-wheelers, taxis, rickshaws, and four-wheelers while ensuring direct earnings for drivers. 📰 What Is Sahkar Taxi? Government To Introduce Ola and Uber-Like Ride-Hailing Service, Designed To Benefit Drivers Directly; People Can Book 2-Wheelers, Taxis, Rickshaws and 4-Wheelers.

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