Unlike Ola, Uber and Rapido, where prices fluctuate and can spike sharply during rain, festivals or high-demand periods, Bharat Taxi fares remain fixed through the day. (Image generated using AI)Commuters in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad now have a new ride-hailing option. Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative-led, driver-owned cab service, has officially begun operations in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad from last week, offering fixed fares and no surge pricing – even during rain or peak demand. Bharat Taxi’s rollout in Maharashtra followed a phased approach. Speaking to the Indian Express, Mohit Mitra, city head of Bharat Taxi Pune, said that with the trials now complete, commuters across Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad can book rides on the platform.