Uber Launches Ride-Sharing Service at Delhi Airport to Combat Pollution
Uber to offer ride-sharing from Delhi Airport

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Uber has reintroduced ride-sharing services from Terminal-3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, aiming to reduce pollution and fuel consumption. The Delhi government is also in talks with other providers like Ola and Rapido to launch similar services within a month, enhancing convenience for travelers.
- 01The ride-sharing facility at Delhi Airport was previously suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- 02Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa emphasized the need for ride-sharing to combat pollution.
- 03Passengers can book Uber share rides with specific conditions, including one seat per rider and limited baggage.
- 04Uber's head of city operations in India, Gaurav Shardal, highlighted the initiative's role in reducing road congestion.
- 05Ola and Rapido are also expected to introduce ride-sharing services soon, but have not confirmed timelines.
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Uber has announced the launch of its ride-sharing service from Terminal-3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, effective immediately. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa highlighted the importance of this initiative in reducing pollution and fuel consumption in the city. The ride-sharing option was previously halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic but has now been reinstated after discussions with various ride service providers. Sirsa noted that the government has been actively engaging with companies like Ola and Rapido, which are expected to introduce similar services within the next month. Uber's ride-sharing conditions allow one seat per rider along with one standard-sized checked bag and one carry-on bag. Gaurav Shardal, Uber's head of city operations in India, stated that this service aims to provide a simpler, more efficient travel option from the airport, contributing to reduced vehicle numbers on the roads. The move is part of a broader strategy to promote shared mobility as a sustainable transportation solution for urban areas.
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The introduction of ride-sharing services at Delhi Airport will provide travelers with more affordable transportation options while addressing environmental concerns.
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