Over 6 lakh bike taxi riders in Karnataka await a pivotal ruling from the High Court regarding a ban on bike taxi services, impacting their livelihoods and daily transport. Protests for job security have emerged amidst legal challenges against the ban, igniting discussions on regulating new transport solutions across India.
In Bengaluru, bike taxi riders protested the High Court’s ban on their services, seeking government support and clear regulations for operations. Police detained them for protesting without permission, and the riders emphasized the economic impact of the ban on their livelihoods. They urged the government for a policy addressing safety and job security.