Bike Taxi Association (BTA) Welcomes Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari's Call to States for Nationwide Bike Taxi Permission
The Bike Taxi Association (BTA) welcomed the appeal made by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, urging all state governments to permit private two-wheeler owners to operate as bike taxis across the country.
City Air News
Sep 8, 2026 07:40
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Hyderabad, September 8, 2026: The Bike Taxi Association (BTA) welcomed the appeal made by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, urging all state governments to permit private two-wheeler owners to operate as bike taxis across the country.
The BTA has long advocated for a uniform, pro-livelihood approach to bike taxi regulation and views the Minister's statement as a timely, much-needed push in that direction. With Hon’ble Shri Gadkari highlighting the potential for 8 crore people to earn a livelihood through two-wheelers, the Association believes this could be one of the most significant employment-generation opportunities available to India's youth, especially in semi-urban and rural areas where formal job creation remains limited.
Speaking on the development, Amit Gawde, President, Bike Taxi Association, said, " Union Minister Gadkari's appeal is a validation of what we have been saying for years: bike taxis are not a disruption; they are a livelihood lifeline. The 8-crore figure he has cited is not just a statistic; it represents real families, real incomes, and real dignity for lakhs of two-wheeler owners across India. We urge all state governments to act swiftly on this call. Every day of delay is a lost earning opportunity for someone who simply wants to work hard and support their family."
The BTA reiterated its commitment to working with state transport departments to ensure safe, well-regulated, and inclusive implementation of bike taxi services nationwide.
