Maharashtra App-Based Taxi Firms Given Three Months To Submit Driver Details Under New Aggregator Policy 2026
Mumbai: App-based taxi companies in Maharashtra have been given three months to submit complete details of their drivers to the Transport Department, as the state moves to implement the Maharashtra Aggregator Policy 2026. The information will be used to verify drivers’ identity, domicile and other documents, with eligible drivers to be enrolled in the state’s welfare board for auto-rickshaw and…
Mumbai: App-based taxi firms operating in Maharashtra have been given a three-month window to submit comprehensive driver information to the state's Transport Department. This directive is in line with the Maharashtra Aggregator Policy 2026, which aims to verify drivers' identities, domicile status, and other essential documents. The driver details will be utilized to enroll them in the state's welfare board, providing them with access to benefits and schemes under labor laws.
The policy was approved during a review meeting chaired by Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik at the state secretariat, Mantralaya. The meeting featured representatives from major app-based taxi companies, including Bharat Taxi, Rapido, Uber, Ola, Shalini Cabs, and Cityflo, along with Transport Commissioner Rajesh Narvekar and other officials. Regional transport officers were also present via video conference.
Under the new policy, companies are required to submit drivers' domicile certificates and other necessary documents within the stipulated three-month period. The Transport Department plans to introduce a requirement for drivers to possess practical Marathi language skills. Those who meet the eligibility criteria will be issued badges for identification purposes.
The primary objective of this move is to enhance passenger safety while extending a range of welfare benefits to drivers and their families. Sarnaik emphasized that eligible drivers would become members of the Dharmaveer Anand Dighe Saheb Maharashtra Auto-Rickshaw and Taxi Driver-Owner Welfare Board. This board would facilitate access to various schemes and facilities under labor laws, benefiting both drivers and their families.
Sarnaik directed officials to conduct thorough checks on driver applications and documents to prevent accidents and criminal incidents. He reiterated that the policy should prioritize passenger safety above all else while ensuring that drivers receive the necessary support and facilities.
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