Case against Ola, Rapido directors for illegal bike-taxi operations in Mumbai

Key Highlights

• The action follows a formal complaint lodged by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) citing unauthorised operations of two-wheeler taxis via mobile applications.
• The FIR registered by Amboli police, underscores the growing scrutiny of app-based mobility services in Mumbai and highlights concerns about regulatory compliance.
• The move signals a tightening of oversight on ride-hailing platforms, which have rapidly expanded their services in metropolitan areas, often outpacing regulatory frameworks. advertisementAccording to Amboli police, the case was filed after authorities observed that Rapido and Ola facilitated the transport of passengers without the requisite approvals.
• Amboli Police said that both companies have been running two-wheeler taxi services within the city limits through their mobile applications without the requisite approvals, these two companies were illegally facilitating passenger transport and making money.
• The complaint alleges that these activities allowed both companies to profit from unlicensed passenger services. The RTO alleges that Rapido continues to operate its services in Mumbai despite lacking official permission from the Transport Department.