Ola, Uber, and Rapido told the Karnataka High Court that bike taxi services are legal under central law and the state’s lack of policy cannot justify a ban. They argue the single judge overstepped legal boundaries.
The Supreme Court has referred to a larger bench the question of whether insurance companies must pay no-fault compensation under Section 163A of the MV Act for the vehicle owner’s death, even without a third-party claim. The case arose from a minor’s plea after losing her parents in a solo accident.
ANI Technologies argued in the Karnataka High Court that the state’s refusal to grant bike taxi permits violates fundamental rights, asserting that bike taxis are essential for urban mobility. The case highlights the balance between regulation and innovation, questioning executive powers in policy-making against existing legislation and emphasizing the public interest in transportation choices.
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.