Summary: Uber has announced an investment of Rs 120 crore in Assam over the next three years and signed an MoU with the Assam government. As part of this, Uber will create 20,000 livelihood opportunities through its two-wheeler taxi service, Uber Moto. This initiative aims to enhance mobility, promote last-mile connectivity, and support driver-partners with skills and safety training. Assam, which became the first Indian state to allow carpooling under its Motor Vehicle Guidelines in 2023, is welcoming Uber’s investment as a step towards improving transportation and boosting employment in the state.
Guwahati: In a significant boost to Assam’s mobility and employment landscape, American ride-hailing giant Uber has pledged an investment of Rs 120 crore in the state over the next three years. The announcement comes as part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Uber and the Government of Assam, solidifying Uber’s long-term commitment to enhancing transportation infrastructure and generating livelihood opportunities in the region.
As part of this initiative, Uber aims to create 20,000 livelihood opportunities through its two-wheeler taxi service, Uber Moto, within the next three years. This move aligns with Assam’s push to promote affordable and convenient mobility options, particularly for last-mile connectivity across urban and semi-urban areas.
Uber’s investment will not only focus on expanding its services but also supporting driver-partners with access to skill development programs, safety training, and digital financial literacy to ensure they benefit from the platform’s growth in the state.
The partnership between Uber and the Assam government also highlights the state’s progressive approach to transportation regulations. Notably, in 2023, Assam became the first Indian state to officially allow carpooling under its Motor Vehicle Guidelines, a move that encouraged more shared mobility solutions and helped reduce congestion and carbon emissions.
With this investment, Uber’s commitment to Assam goes beyond business expansion, reflecting the company’s focus on sustainable transportation, economic empowerment, and improved connectivity across the state.
The Assam government welcomed Uber’s investment, stating that the initiative would contribute to the state’s economic growth by creating thousands of micro-entrepreneurial opportunities while offering affordable mobility options for citizens.
As Uber continues to scale its services in Assam, the state is poised to become a model for innovative and inclusive mobility solutions in India.
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Last Updated on Friday, February 28, 2025 10:45 am by Entrepreneur Edge Team https://entrepreneuredge.in/
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