Karnataka’s ban on bike taxis: A timeline

Karnataka has halted operations of bike taxis following a directive by the Karnataka High Court, ordering aggregators like Rapido, Ola and Uber to pull these services from their apps, citing a lack of regulatory framework.

Another reason for the move is concerns over safety, helmet quality, and heightened accident risks. There is also significant opposition from auto-rickshaw drivers, with unions opposing bike taxis, arguing they operate illegally, impacting their livelihoods.

Bike taxis became a major part of cab aggregator services in India when…