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Bike Taxis Could Soon Become Legal In India – MoRTH’s Latest Advisory Adds Clarity
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued an advisory clarifying the legality of bike taxis in India. According to the advisory, motorcycles fall under the definition of contract carriages as per the Motor Vehicles (MV) Act, 1988.
While bike taxis are already operational in states like Goa, Telangana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, and some cities like Bangalore, major cities like Maharashtra and Delhi have previously banned them.
However, the advisory aims to change this scenario by encouraging all states and union territories to start accepting and processing applications for bike taxi permits, which apparently could be a game-changer in the contract carriage industry.
The move is expected to address connectivity issues, help traffic congestion, and provide more affordable commuting options, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Additionally, the advisory seeks to protect bike taxi riders from being fined due to licensing issues.
Major cities like Bangalore have found a massive increase in bike takes benefiting in many ways, serving as an alternative source of income for many as well as for more affordable and quick transportation services option for others.
Pavan Guntupalli, co-founder of Rapido, expressed appreciation for the advisory, stating, "We are hopeful that all states and UTs will start accepting and processing applications for granting permits to bike taxis."
Rapido, a key player in the bike taxi industry with a 60 per cent market share, facilitates over one million bike taxi rides per day across India. Another prominent player in the bike taxi sector is Uber Moto.
DriveSpark Thinks
Bike taxis serve as an alternative mode of transport to those who would otherwise use three-wheeler taxis (Auto rickshaw), while also being a more affordable option. This could lead to an overall reduction in traffic on the roads during peak hours. Potentially redefining urban transportation.
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