RAPIDO & Other Bike Taxi Aggregators

We read a news item recently that the Transport Department has asked RAPIDO, the bike taxi aggregator, to furnish details of their permission to operate their services in Guwahati. The aggregator, in turn, has asked for six months’ time to furnish the details. Apparently, the State government does not have a clear-cut guideline in this regard, which is extremely unfortunate. Many, including girls and ladies, are using the services of RAPIDO and other such operators. Without valid permissions or guidelines, it is hazardous to use such services, and the State Government will be responsible for any danger to be posed by such service operators or the drivers.

It is even more curious when we know that RAPIDO is operating in multiple cities across India. A lot of changes are taking place all across, and the government and the regulators are unable to keep pace with such changes. Such shortcomings are dangerous for common citizens.

A Bhuyan,

Nagaon.

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