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Maharashtra to crack down on illegal bike taxi apps, FIRs likely against company owners
Updated On: 12 May, 2026 03:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In a letter to the Additional Director General of the Maharashtra Cyber Department, Sarnaik demanded action against bike taxi services operating without valid permission or compliance with Transport Department regulations. The Transport Commissioner has also issued a similar directive

Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik. File Pic
Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has directed strict action against illegal bike taxi operations in the state, urging the Cyber Crime Department to immediately block unauthorised apps and initiate FIRs against company owners.
Letter issued to Maharashtra Cyber Department
In a letter to the Additional Director General of the Maharashtra Cyber Department, Sarnaik demanded action against bike taxi services operating without valid permission or compliance with Transport Department regulations. The Transport Commissioner has also issued a similar directive.
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