Commuters and cab drivers in Bengaluru want the Union government to launch the Bharat Taxi app soon. They are frustrated with surge pricing, frequent ride cancellations, and high commission fees charged by private cab apps like Ola and Uber. Bharat Taxi is run by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited under the Ministry of Cooperation. It is already running in pilot mode in places like Delhi-NCR. Drivers and riders see Bharat Taxi as a much-needed government alternative. It promises fair revenue sharing and more clarity compared to private apps. Tanveer Pasha, president of the Ola and Uber Drivers’ Association, said, "A platform backed by the government is definitely a positive step, especially when drivers are struggling under heavy commissions and penalties imposed by private aggregators. But the real test will be whether Bharat Taxi truly functions as a cooperative. If it eventually turns into just another commercial app with high service charges, then the entire cooperative structure becomes meaningless. Drivers need to feel that they actually own the platform and benefit directly from it, not just operate on it." K. Radhakrishna Holla, president of the Karnataka State Travel Operators Association, said the government's idea is good but implementation will matter. He added that clear meter-based fares, small service charges, annual refunds, and open access to ride data could help drivers earn with dignity and provide reliable fares for passengers. Drivers like Ravi Kumar of Rajajinagar are under stress due to unpredictable earning. He said high app commissions often leave little profit after fuel and expenses. "If Bharat Taxi brings fixed, meter-based pricing and lower deductions, it will give us some stability and respect," he added. Cab driver Mohammed Irfan said constant rule changes and incentive cuts finish drivers’ hope. "Many drivers are in debt because of vehicle loans. A cooperative app where profits are shared with drivers, and where policies are transparent, could solve many of these issues if implemented honestly," he said. The plan sped up after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in December 2025 the government would launch Bharat Taxi in "one or two months." He said, "We will bring Bharat Taxi in one or two months, and each penny of profit will go to drivers." He promised new jobs, insurance, ads on taxis for extra income, and more prosperity for drivers. Commuter Ananya Rao said, "What frustrates me the most is not just the high fares, but the complete unpredictability of them. On the same route, the price can double or even triple within minutes because of surge pricing, and there is no clarity on how that fare is calculated. Many times, drivers accept the ride and then cancel, forcing us to wait longer or pay even more. If Bharat Taxi comes with transparent, meter-based fares and fewer cancellations, it would restore some trust between commuters and drivers."