Karnataka state government launched Electric Bike Taxi scheme 2021

Karnataka State Government recently launched the Electric Bike Taxi scheme-2021 in Bengaluru, in a bid to generate employment, bring down pollution and reduce dependence on private vehicles.

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The unveiling of the policy comes after several attempts were made to resist the granting of licences to initiate two-wheeler taxi in the city.

The new policy will lead to self-employment, eco-friendly environment, fuel conservation and strengthening public transport.

Soon after the launch of bike-taxis by cab-aggregators like Ola and Uber in 2016, the transport department cracked down on them, seizing vehicles since there were no provisions in existing laws.