The Maharashtra government has revoked the provisional licenses of bike taxi aggregators like Rapido, Ola, and Uber for failing to submit required documents. The state's e-bike taxi policy, designed to create local employment, mandates electric vehicles and specific compliance from operators.
Consequently, all bike taxis currently operating in Mumbai and its metropolitan region are now deemed illegal. Authorities have been directed to penalize vehicle owners instead of riders, citing complaints over safety and aggregator non-cooperation.
Enforcement has already led to action against 130 bike taxis and fines totaling 33 lakh rupees since April 2024.
Main Topics: Maharashtra's e-bike taxi policy, license revocation for non-compliance, safety and regulatory enforcement.