Abstract:

The main objective of the Electric Bike Taxi Scheme 2021 is to reduce the travel time and inconvenience faced by the public, travelling from their homes to bus stands, railway and metro services, especially Bengaluru. Karnataka Electric Bike Taxi Scheme 2021 will serve as a bridge between public transport and daily travellers.

The vehicles registered under Electric Bike Taxi Scheme in Karnataka will come under transport category. For this purpose, each vehicle owner will have to apply by filling Vehicle Registration Application Form. After registration process is complete, govt. will provide several exemptions like permit, tax. Also financial benefits will be given for the electric vehicles manufacturers.

Under the new policy for electric bikes, organisations or individuals will be able to register their e-bikes as taxis. However, the bikes will have to clearly mention the words “bike taxi” in order to receive the status of e-bike taxi. Additionally, the e-bike taxi companies will have to provide insurance coverage for the rider and the owner.