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.
Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy has mandated the cessation of bike taxi services within six weeks following a High Court ruling deemed them illegal without regulations. The decision affects popular platforms like Uber, Rapido, and Ola, emphasizing state compliance to prevent ongoing illegal operations and protect traditional transport services.