{
  "id": 9791757,
  "title": "RAKTA doubles accessible taxi fleet in Ras Al Khaimah",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/rakta-doubles-accessible-taxi-fleet-in-ras-al-khaimah",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-25T15:42:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rakta-doubles-accessible-taxi-fleet-in-ras-al-khaimah-1.500687990"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has doubled its fleet of accessible taxis for People of Determination and senior citizens, increasing the number of vehicles from two to four. These taxis are equipped with wheelchair lifts, secure restraints, and smart cameras to ensure safe, accessible, and comfortable journeys for passengers. To use the service, individuals can request a vehicle by calling RAKTA's Contact Centre at the toll-free number 8001700. The expansion is part of RAKTA's commitment to strengthening the emirate's inclusive transport network and providing tailored mobility services for People of Determination and senior citizens. The dedicated taxis feature wheelchair lifts to assist with boarding and disembarking, and restraints to keep wheelchairs securely in place during travel. Additionally, smart cameras have been installed to enhance safety and monitoring during trips. Drivers assigned to these vehicles undergo specialised training to better understand passengers' needs and provide appropriate assistance. Mohammed Hashem Ismail, director of the Transport Licensing and Control Department at RAKTA, emphasized that the increase in the People of Determination taxi fleet is another step towards strengthening the emirate's inclusive transport system and expanding dedicated services for this community segment.",
  "summary": "Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has doubled its dedicated taxi fleet for People of Determination and senior citizens from two to four vehicles, expanding access to specialised transport services across the emirate. The taxis are equipped with wheelchair lifts, secure wheelchair restraints and smart cameras to make journeys safer, more accessible and comfortable for…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}