Bhubaneswar, Oct 26: The Odisha government is all set to launch its own ride-hailing platform Odisha Yatri soon to promote sustainable urban mobility.
Odisha Yatri will accommodate special needs of travelers with disability-friendly vehicles, pet-friendly trips, and extra luggage, making it inclusive for all. Drivers can join the online platform at no cost after completing a simple verification process.
The service will be provided though a mobile app with non-AC and AC minicab, sedan and XL cab services, and extend inter-city rides, rentals, and scheduled services in phases. It will be powered by the open network for digital commerce (ONDC), said a senior official on Saturday.
Principal secretary of Housing and Urban Development Usha Padhee said Odisha Yatri will operate on a zero commission model, eliminating middlemen and ensuring a no-commission basis for all transactions. Besides ensuring direct payment to drivers, it will enhance transparency and offer affordable pricing for travellers.
Drivers will get to keep 100 per cent of their ride earnings while passengers will also benefit a lot as they can avail the services at competitive cost in a seamless manner, she said.
Odisha Yatri will also facilitate the onboarding of all the ticketing facilities to promote tourism and increase the footfall in the iconic sites. The platform is also expected to help the dignitaries during the ‘Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas’ scheduled to be held in January.
