Maha issues draft rules for e-bike taxis

The state government recently issued draft rules for e-bike taxis, and has sought suggestions and objections from people by June 5.

- Faisal Malik

MUMBAI: The final rules will be tabled in July. The state cabinet adopted the e-bike taxi policy on April 1 to promote green mobility and generate employment for the youth through self-employment. Here are the salient features of the Maharashtra Bike Taxi Rules, 2025:

Speed limit: Below 60 km per hour.

Span of service: Not during heavy rain and storm-like weather conditions.

Note to service providers: Not to allow passengers below 12, and employ responsible drivers verified by police. Drivers who have been convicted in the last seven years for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or have been convicted for any cognizable offence under BNSS, 2023, which includes fraud, sexual offences, use of a vehicle to commit a cognizable offence, a crime involving property dispute, etc.