Rapido applauds Karnataka Government's decision to withdraw policy on electric Bike Taxis
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Rapido applauds Karnataka Government's decision to withdraw policy on electric Bike Taxis
Company offers to partner closely with the Karnataka state government to develop a robust framework for bike taxis in the state
Bangalore, March 12, 2024: Rapido, a leading bike taxi platform, extends its warm appreciation to the Government of Karnataka for its recent decision to withdraw the electric bike taxi policy, notified in 2021. This significant move reflects the government's commitment to fostering a conducive environment for innovation and growth within the ride-hailing sector.
However, there is confusion surrounding the government's withdrawal of the electric bike taxi scheme as well as inaccurate information circulating on social media platforms. The Company pointed out that the recent order issued by the State Government of Karanataka nowhere mentions banning Rapido or any other aggregator operating under the protection of the High Court order.
We clarify that the Electric Bike Taxi Scheme notified in 2021 and now withdrawn in 2024 only pertains to grant of license for operating Electric Bike Taxis, this fact is self-evident under Clause 1(4) which specifically mention that this scheme shall only apply for Battery operated electric motorcycle or electric bike.
Rapido would like to shed light on the legal status of its operations and other similarly placed aggregators operating two-wheelers as bike taxis in the State of Karnataka. The issue of operation on bike taxis has been pending with the Hon'ble High Court since 2021.
The High Court had passed an interim protective order in favour of Rapido back in 2021 observed as follows- "Petitioner (Rapido) submitted application for grant of bike Aggregator's Licence to the Commissioner of Transport and it was rejected while issuing an endorsement that petitioners are required to file application for grant of Aggregator's Licence before authority as specified in the Karnataka Electricity Bike Taxi Scheme 2021. Grievance of the petitioner in the application is for issuance of grant of bike Aggregator's Licence not under the Electricity Bike Taxi Scheme. Therefore, there is non-application of mind in issuing the endorsement, since, reference is to the Karnataka Electricity Bike Taxi Scheme, 2020-21. On the other hand, petitioner's grievance is for issuance of licence to general bike taxi" and the High Court basis these specific observations directed the State Government of Karnataka not to take any coercive steps against the aggregator or its riders operating in the State of Karnataka. This protective interim order remains subsisting till date.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on 22nd January also
recently issued an advisory clarifying that motorcycles fall within the definition of
contract carriages as per section 2(7) of the Motor vehicles (MV) Act, 1988.
Pavan Guntupalli, co-founder of Rapido, stated, "We want to assure our customers and captains that Rapido will continue to operate seamlessly within Karnataka. Rapido is upholding the interim order from the Hon'ble High Court, which recognizes the legality of Rapido's operations, reinforces our resolve to continue serving the people of Karnataka. With over 1,000,000 bike taxi rides happening in Bengaluru alone, it's evident that bike taxis play a crucial role in Karnataka's transportation ecosystem. This data highlights the significant demand and reliance placed on bike taxis for convenient and efficient mobility solutions across the state. Rapido expresses confidence that the Transport Department of the Government of Karnataka will adopt a more comprehensive approach, in line with the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act and the recent advisory issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) related to grant of contract carriage permit to two wheelers. We firmly believe that the revised approach will facilitate the grant of contract carriage permits to two-wheelers and bike taxis, aligning Karnataka with states that have successfully implemented similar models. This move is not only crucial for the growth of the sector but also ensures compliance with the existing provisions of Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 and Motor Vehicle Rules.
It is worth mentioning that the recent notification issued by the government nowhere mentions banning Rapido or any other aggregator operating under the protection of the High Court order.
Rapido expresses confidence that the Transport Department of the Government of Karnataka will adopt a more comprehensive approach, in line with the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act and the recent advisory issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) related to grant of contract carriage permit to two wheelers. We firmly believe that the revised approach will facilitate the grant of contract carriage permits to two-wheelers and bike taxis, aligning Karnataka with states that have successfully implemented similar models.
Today I have faced an issue with auto Driver at marathalli please slove this issue they are aurgiving with me to not to do rapido
Auto people are not allowing to take ride with petrol bike and they are arguing it's banned and they fighting with bike captions.
Where are you all nowadays? In Bangalore, the riders are experiencing many issues. Why are you people not taking any actions?
ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾತನಾಡಿದವರಿಗೆ ನನ್ನ ನಮಸ್ಕಾರಗಳು ....❤❤
For our country and specifically for Bangalore to avoid traffic congestion. All this bike taxi and car pooling should be available.
Ban auto services also , stupid government
Congratulations sir continue rapido
Nivu nim profit li 40% commission Kodi karnataka transport minister ge ...illa Andre complete rapido bike taxi ban aaguthe...
Price of petrol bike, electric bike same 😅
Sir Bike Taxi Court Decision Enaythu Eli Bro please 😢😢
First of all when auto drivers stops our vehicle if i call to care centre they are not ready to respond
Bike taxie rapido will Continue, more than 10 Lakh people drive rapido bike Taxie, Rapido Give a job for all people. Court also Decide soon, Government also Decide.
Will all Rapido drivers ride as a permanent job ? IT techies while going to office they accept Rapido request to manage his petrol expense. Double earning
This Made An Non Barath National Religion A Big Support. They Were The Most Effective.
ಇದು ಭಾರತೇತರ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಧರ್ಮವನ್ನು ದೊಡ್ಡ ಬೆಂಬಲವನ್ನಾಗಿ ಮಾಡಿತು. ಅವರು ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಪರಿಣಾಮಕಾರಿಯಾಗಿದ್ದರು.
इसने एक गैर-बाराथ राष्ट्रीय धर्म को एक बड़ा समर्थन दिया। वे सबसे प्रभावी थे।
As per as my education say that , its true auto pay its taxes... Its right to own deman but whats is this assaulting and misbehaving with Rapido drivers.. Yes they don't pay direct taxes to gov but they also pay taxes to to gov indirect way if you Read T&C property you get to in every ride they pay TAXES in form of Gst and itself in T&C of its mentioned that.. please Read It . AND SOME ARE TALKING ABOUT... SAFETY it's depends on driver who is driving.. please Humble request Auto wala jio aurJineh do . Bike Taxes price fare is less because they also pay gst Govt .. Eg Fr 1 klm you charge 50 and you get 40 . In Bike we charge 40 but we get 23 to 24 rs 😢..
Dark Reality of India Every State have some problems....
Its thier bread and butter for every Auto drivers..
But Rapido is part time . Infact software employees run Rapido on thier way to office to manage thier petrol expenses..
This is all fake news rapido don't come to rescue of captain and customer
Low earnings and lot of comition no use this job
Iwant rapido
ಸಾರ್ ನೀವು ರಾಪಿಡೋದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡುತ್ತೀರಾ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಹೇಳಿ
Adastu bega court enda volle suddi barli anta wait madta idivi bike taxi continue agbeku ban agbardu
@@Manoj7353 huu anna madtedde adre ivaga madta ella auto davrdu problem madta idare
@@nabichandj431 ಅಣ್ಣ ಪ್ಲೀಸ್ ನಿಮ್ ನಂಬರ್ ಕೊಡಿ ಮಾತಾಡಬೇಕು
@@nabichandj431 ಅಣ್ಣ ನೀವು ಎಲ್ಲಿ ಬೈಕ್ ಟ್ಯಾಕ್ಸಿ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದೀರಿ
Aim a rapido captain i have petrol vehicle shal I ride problem solved
dont do still i am also rapido captain auto people are everywhere and to be safe do food orders not rides
Rapido ಉಳಿಸಿ ಉದ್ಯೋಗ ತೊಲಗಿಸಿ
Rapid 420
Bike taxi..❤
Rowdism of Auto Drivers...... Rowdies
Yealli iddiyapa bearke rapid owner vechel seize iddya yalli
420 rapid 😂😂
Congress govt me 50% profit koddi agga yennu madru k na
Government first action to auto riksa because they are coustly charged take the customer 😢
Rapid ninnu obba MD Na shikandi vechel seize madidre
We want RAPIDO
Good decision...
Bengaluru auto service very bad 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
No bike taxi it's good
Pay 500 rupees for 2 km
Yes rapido is good for short commute in the city..
Illiterate perple , don't want to give employments to poors
😂😂😂😂
Stop bike taxi bro....
I think u are a corrupt auto rickshaw driver
Y bro bcoz auto driver will not come with metre because they demand for double metre in day time and one more think don't no y if aver area opp com from out said like majestic Shivaji Nagar auto people just listen neelsandr and run y bro
If v stop auto and ask neelsandra auto driver think if they come to neelsandra they should fow Thea meter
Why ?? Bike can take only one person , they are not disturbing your job then why need to cancel bike taxi?
Stop auto taxi will support bike taxi forever❤the auto should ban because they charges more amt