The Karnataka High Court questioned whether the new Gig Workers Act covers bike taxis and said it is “inclined to pass a full-fledged stay” on the ban if rules are not framed. The case will be heard again on October 15.
Over 1,00,000 bike taxi riders in Karnataka have written to Rahul Gandhi, urging him to intervene against the blanket ban, saying, “Help us earn our daily bread with dignity” as their livelihoods are at risk.
The Karnataka High Court has refused to stay the order halting bike taxi services in the state. A single judge had earlier extended the deadline to wind up operations until June 15, giving temporary relief to operators.
The Karnataka High Court has extended the deadline for bike taxi operations until June 15, providing temporary relief to companies like Rapido, Ola, and Uber. This decision follows requests from these firms to allow more time while the Karnataka government considers new regulations for bike taxis, essential for jobs and urban mobility.
