The Goa government took action on July 25 by filing a police complaint against Uber India Systems Private Limited, alleging that the company was illegally operating its services in the coastal state. The move came after Uber’s recent announcement of commencing services in Goa, including airport pick-up and drop-off.
State Transport Minister Initiates Complaint for Lack of Necessary Permissions
State Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho revealed that his department initiated the complaint against Uber for starting operations in the tourist hotspot without obtaining the required permissions. He also stated that the department had requested the police to take appropriate action against the app-based taxi aggregator.
Government Firmly Opposes App-Based Taxi Aggregators
Minister Godinho reiterated the government’s stance, emphasizing that Goa would not permit app-based taxi aggregators like Ola and Uber to operate within the state. This decision was taken despite previous statements. It suggests a possible allowance for popular app-based cab services amid tensions with local taxi drivers.
Complaint Filed with Cyber Crime Cell
Assistant Director of Transport Francisco Vaz lodged the complaint against Uber with the cyber crime cell. The complaint asserts that Uber has been providing rides in the state without obtaining permission from the local government, violating the state’s regulations.
App-Based Taxi Aggregators Face Resistance Across India
Goa is not the only state experiencing conflicts with app-based taxi aggregators. Recently, the Delhi transport department banned all bike taxis, impacting companies like Rapido, Ola, and Uber in the national capital. The Maharashtra government denied permission for mobility apps’ operation. They imposed a ban on using non-transport vehicles for ride pooling. This affects companies like Rapido, Uber, and Ola in different states of India.
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