BHARAT TAXI ROLL OUT - 12th August 2026 - Ministry of Cooperation - Gazette Notification PDF

Executive Summary This report outlines the national rollout of Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led digital mobility platform operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL). As of August 4, 2026, the platform has facilitated over 11,000 daily rides and generated ₹83.70 crore in earnings for drivers. The expansion continues in a phased manner, supported by a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on July 19, 2026, to collaborate with West Bengal’s Yatri Sathi platform.

Key Points / Main Content

Platform Overview and Reach

• Operator: Operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL), a multistate cooperative society under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002.
• Current Locations: Officially launched in Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
• Performance Metrics (as of 04.08.2026): Registered 8.48 lakh Sarathis (drivers) and 44.27 lakh customers, facilitating 11,106 daily rides.

Implementation and Expansion Strategy

• Phased Rollout: Implementation includes driver onboarding, customer enrollment, training programs, and regional expansion.
• Expansion Criteria: Further rollout depends on operational preparedness, driver availability, statutory compliance, and coordination with State Governments and cooperative institutions.
• City-Specific Activity: Delhi-NCR and Gujarat lead in daily rides (5,574 and 3,817 respectively), followed by Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Chandigarh.

Strategic Collaborations

• West Bengal Integration: STCL signed an MoU with the Government of West Bengal on July 19, 2026, to collaborate with the Yatri Sathi platform.
• Collaboration Scope: Bharat Taxi will support driver enrollment, cooperative membership, driver welfare, and public outreach within the Yatri Sathi framework.

Impact Analysis

Sarathis (Drivers) Impact Drivers have gained access to a cooperative-led earning platform, resulting in cumulative earnings of ₹83.70 crore and access to dedicated welfare initiatives. Action Required Drivers in target regions must complete registration, onboarding, and mandatory training programmes to participate in the platform.

Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL) Impact As the operator, STCL is responsible for scaling a multistate mobility infrastructure and managing large-scale customer and driver databases. Action Required STCL must ensure operational preparedness, secure necessary statutory approvals, and maintain coordination with State Governments for expansion.

State Governments Impact States benefit from organized, cooperative-based mobility services and enhanced public outreach, as seen in the West Bengal collaboration. Action Required Concerned state departments must coordinate with STCL regarding statutory requirements and the integration of local mobility frameworks.