50 Women Participate in Delhi’s First Women-Led Mobility Onboarding Program
The Mahila Saarthi Initiative, in collaboration with Bharat Taxi, successfully conducted an Onboarding & Orientation Program today at the Kalka Ji Mobility Hub, New Delhi. The event marked an important step toward empowering women through safe, dignified, and sustainable mobility opportunities.
A total of 50 female participants attended the drive and completed the first stage of onboarding under the Mahila Saarthi × Bharat Taxi Women Mobility Partnership.
🌸 About the Onboarding Program
The session included:
Digital onboarding introduction
Overview of women-driven EV mobility routes
Safety orientation & helpline awareness
Introduction to earning pathways through ride-based mobility
Field coordination briefing for upcoming deployment zones
The atmosphere was energetic, inspiring, and full of confidence as women from various parts of Delhi came forward to join this transformative mission.
🚙 A Joint Initiative for Women’s Mobility
This drive represents a joint action by:
✔ Mahila Saarthi (CBEIC)
Mobilization, training readiness, facilitation, safety support, EV infrastructure linkage
✔ Bharat Taxi
Digital platform integration, ride allocation system, real-time support, operational framework
Together, both organizations are committed to building India’s largest women-led EV mobility workforce.
🌟 Why Kalka Ji Hub?
Kalka Ji Metro Hub is one of Delhi’s busiest mobility junctions. Establishing a women-driven fleet here strengthens:
First-mile/last-mile connectivity
Safety for women passengers
EV-based clean mobility
Opportunities for female mobility entrepreneurs
💜 The Road Ahead
This onboarding drive is only the beginning. The next phases include:
Skill training
Vehicle deployment
Route allocation
App activation and live operations
More onboarding programs are scheduled across South Delhi, DU Campus, Rajiv Chowk, and DMRC Ajmeri Gate Hub.
🌐 Join the Movement
Mahila Saarthi invites more women to be part of this growing network of women-led electric mobility across India.
A Historic Step Toward Women-Led Safe Mobility Across India
We are delighted to announce a proud and transformative moment for the Chamber of Business and Entrepreneur (India) Council (CBEIC) and its flagship women empowerment initiative Mahila Saarthi.
CBEIC has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited, the parent cooperative behind Bharat Taxi, marking the beginning of a powerful collaboration aimed at reshaping the future of women-led mobility in India.
🚘 A Partnership with Purpose
This MoU establishes a long-term strategic partnership where:
CBEIC (Mahila Saarthi) will:
Mobilize and train women across Delhi NCR and multiple states
Conduct onboarding, safety training, self-defense, and digital readiness classes
Facilitate vehicle procurement through government & CSR support
Operate dedicated helplines, monitoring systems, and facilitation centers
Ensure compliance with Nirbhaya Fund, EV policy frameworks, and government standards
Provide a dedicated digital mobility platform for women drivers
Support ride integration, passenger safety, and automated earnings payout
Facilitate operational support, technical onboarding, and app-based tools
Partner with CBEIC to build a nationwide women-driver ecosystem
Together, this collaboration aims to build India’s largest women-driven transport workforce, ensuring safety, dignity, and livelihood opportunities for thousands of women.
🌟 Why This MoU Matters
This partnership is an important milestone for:
🔹 Women’s Safety
Providing secure, women-driven mobility options at metro hubs, workplaces, universities, and tourist locations.
🔹 Women’s Employment & Entrepreneurship
Creating sustainable income opportunities through electric vehicles (E-Scooty, E-Auto L5, and E-Car).
🔹 Sustainable & Clean Mobility
Supporting India’s EV mission through women-led operations.
🔹 Cooperative Development
Encouraging women to participate in the cooperative economy and digital mobility sector.
🎉 A Vision for Nationwide Impact
Under the MoU:
Phase I begins with Delhi NCR, deploying 100 women drivers across 5 metro and high-footfall zones.
Phase II will expand the program across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Karnataka.
The goal is to train and onboard 1 lakh women drivers in 3 years.
This initiative stands as a powerful example of Nari Shakti, aligned with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for women-led development and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
✨ A New Chapter Begins
Today symbolizes more than a partnership — It represents a movement, a shared vision to create a safer, more inclusive, and more empowered India.
With the combined strength of CBEIC (Mahila Saarthi) and Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (Bharat Taxi), we are ready to redefine what women-led mobility looks like in the country.
💜 Together, We Drive the Change. Together, We Empower India.
A heartfelt thank you to Col. Shri Himansu Singh Sir, Chief Director, NCDC, for his valuable guidance, vision, and encouragement in strengthening cooperative-led women empowerment initiatives.
We also extend our sincere gratitude to the Bharat Taxi Team and the Aatmnirbhar Organization Team for their dedicated efforts in successfully organizing today’s training and interaction session with 50 women drivers under the Mahila Saarthi initiative.
Your collective contribution made this program impactful and truly inspiring — paving the way for women’s participation in safe, dignified, and sustainable mobility. 🚘🌸
This collaboration between CBEIC, Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (Bharat Taxi), and NCDC, with training support from Aatmnirbhar Organization, stands as a strong example of how partnerships can bring real change on the ground.
Together, we are not only creating opportunities but building confidence, independence, and empowerment for women across India.
Thank you once again to all respected dignitaries, trainers, and participants who made this initiative a success. 💜
💪 Together, We Drive Change — Empowering Women on Every Road.
The Mahila Saarthi Initiative, under the Chamber of Business and Entrepreneur (India) Council (CBEIC), continues its mission to empower women through sustainable and safe mobility.
Today, an important training and interaction session was successfully conducted by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited at the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) headquarters. The session was led by the Bharat Taxi Team, focusing on the onboarding of 50 female drivers who will soon join the Bharat Taxi platform as Mahila Saarthi Partners.
This event marks a new milestone in strengthening the CBEIC–Bharat Taxi partnership, dedicated to promoting women’s participation in India’s growing electric and cooperative mobility ecosystem.
👩🏫 Training and Discussion Highlights
During the session, the Bharat Taxi team conducted practical demonstrations and interactive discussions on:
App registration and onboarding process,
Vehicle operations for two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers,
Safety features including GPS tracking, emergency alert systems, and driver helpline,
Customer engagement and service ethics for women drivers.
Participants shared their real-world experiences, expectations, and challenges faced during driving and onboarding. These insights will help design better facilitation and support frameworks for future Mahila Saarthi partners.
Several attendees also represented the Aatmnirbhar Organization, who had previously undergone foundational driver and vehicle training under the Mahila Saarthi Skill Development Program.
🚙 List of Candidates Present and Ready for Onboarding
A total of 50 women drivers attended the session, representing both fresh trainees and trained candidates from Aatmnirbhar Organization. They are now being processed for official onboarding under the Bharat Taxi App through the Mahila Saarthi framework.
The event served as both a training and dialogue platform, encouraging women to voice their ideas, challenges, and feedback to the Sahakar Taxi and Bharat Taxi teams. The discussion helped identify key areas for improvement such as:
Easier onboarding processes for new drivers,
Support for electric vehicle access and maintenance,
Financial assistance through cooperative linkages,
Continued safety and self-defense training for female drivers.
The cooperative team appreciated the enthusiasm of the participants and reaffirmed their commitment to helping women build a dignified and sustainable career in the mobility sector.
🤝 CBEIC and Bharat Taxi: Together for Inclusive Mobility
This partnership between CBEIC (Mahila Saarthi) and Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (Bharat Taxi), supported by NCDC, continues to drive India’s vision of cooperative-led women empowerment and inclusive entrepreneurship.
By integrating professional training (through Aatmnirbhar Organization) with cooperative-based ride solutions, the initiative ensures that women not only become skilled drivers but also independent entrepreneurs in the transport sector.
💜 Together, We Drive Change — Empowering Women on Every Road.
We are delighted to share that we had a productive and inspiring meeting with Hon’ble Cabinet Minister for Women Empowerment and Child Development, Smt. Rekha Arya Ji, to discuss the Mahila Saarthi Project.
This initiative, aimed at empowering women through safe transportation and dignified employment opportunities, aligns with her vision of fostering women’s safety and self-reliance in the state.
During the meeting, we presented the project’s scope, its potential impact, and the roadmap for implementation. Smt. Rekha Arya Ji shared her valuable insights and extended her encouragement for this transformative initiative.
We are grateful for her guidance and support, which will play a crucial role in making Mahila Saarthi a success in Uttarakhand. Together, we aim to create a safer and more empowering environment for women across the state.
"RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das Announces New 'Unified Lending Interface' for Frictionless Credit During RBI@90 Conference"
At a recent keynote address during the Global Conference on Digital Public Infrastructure and Emerging Technologies in Bangalore, as part of the RBI@90 initiative, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das unveiled an innovative development in India’s financial infrastructure: the Unified Lending Interface (ULI). This new platform, currently in its pilot stage, is set to revolutionize the way credit is extended across the nation by introducing a “frictionless credit” system.
Governor Das highlighted that the ULI is designed to simplify and streamline the process of securing loans, making it quicker and more accessible for individuals and businesses alike. By reducing the complexities traditionally associated with loan applications, the ULI aims to enhance the efficiency of the banking sector and improve the overall user experience.
This initiative reflects the Reserve Bank of India’s ongoing commitment to integrating advanced technologies into the financial system, thereby promoting greater economic inclusivity and supporting sustainable growth. The ULI’s nationwide launch, expected soon, is anticipated to have a significant impact on the availability and accessibility of credit, fostering entrepreneurial ventures and stimulating economic activity across various sectors.
As the platform moves from pilot to full implementation, it promises to set a new standard for lending in India, aligning with global trends in digital banking and finance. This initiative not only underscores the RBI’s role in shaping the future of India’s financial landscape but also highlights its proactive approach in adopting emerging technologies to meet the evolving needs of the economy.
Entrepreneurship is an ever-evolving field, demanding a diverse set of skills that must adapt to changing markets, technologies, and consumer behaviors. As we move further into 2024, the landscape for entrepreneurs continues to shift. Here are ten essential skills that every entrepreneur needs to succeed this year.
1. Digital Literacy
In 2024, digital literacy isn’t just an advantage; it’s a necessity. Entrepreneurs must be adept at using digital tools and platforms to streamline operations, engage with customers, and analyze data. This includes proficiency in social media, digital marketing, and understanding analytics to make informed decisions. Staying updated with the latest digital trends and technologies will give entrepreneurs a competitive edge.
2. Financial Acumen
Understanding financial fundamentals is crucial for any entrepreneur. This includes budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and understanding key financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Entrepreneurs must be able to manage their finances effectively, ensuring that they can sustain their business and plan for growth.
3. Adaptability and Flexibility
The business environment is constantly changing, and entrepreneurs must be able to adapt quickly. Whether it’s a shift in market demand, new regulations, or technological advancements, being flexible and adaptable allows entrepreneurs to pivot their strategies and stay ahead of the competition. This skill is particularly important in 2024, where change is the only constant.
4. Strategic Thinking
Strategic thinking involves setting long-term goals and devising plans to achieve them. Entrepreneurs must be able to see the big picture, anticipate market trends, and make decisions that align with their overall vision. This skill helps in navigating through uncertainties and making informed choices that propel the business forward.
5. Leadership and Team Management
Building and leading a successful team is a cornerstone of entrepreneurship. Effective leadership involves motivating employees, fostering a positive work culture, and managing conflicts. Entrepreneurs need to develop strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to inspire and guide their team towards achieving common goals.
6. Networking
Building a strong network is invaluable for entrepreneurs. Networking can lead to new opportunities, partnerships, and mentorship. Entrepreneurs should actively seek to connect with industry peers, potential clients, investors, and thought leaders. Attending conferences, joining professional associations, and participating in online forums are great ways to expand one’s network.
7. Customer Focus
Understanding and meeting customer needs is fundamental to any business. Entrepreneurs must develop strong customer service skills and the ability to gather and interpret customer feedback. This involves creating a customer-centric culture, where the business consistently delivers value and exceptional experiences to its customers.
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Effective marketing and sales strategies are critical for business growth. Entrepreneurs must be skilled in creating compelling value propositions, identifying target markets, and developing campaigns that drive sales. This includes both online and offline marketing techniques, understanding consumer behavior, and leveraging digital tools for outreach and engagement.
9. Innovation and Creativity
Innovation drives differentiation in the marketplace. Entrepreneurs need to cultivate a mindset that embraces creativity and innovation. This means continuously seeking new ways to improve products, services, and processes. Encouraging a culture of innovation within the team can lead to groundbreaking ideas and solutions that set the business apart from competitors.
10. Resilience and Perseverance
The entrepreneurial journey is fraught with challenges and setbacks. Resilience and perseverance are essential traits for overcoming obstacles and maintaining focus on long-term goals. Entrepreneurs must develop the ability to bounce back from failures, learn from mistakes, and keep pushing forward despite difficulties.
Conclusion
Success in 2024 requires a holistic approach, where entrepreneurs are well-rounded and adaptable. By developing these ten essential skills—digital literacy, financial acumen, adaptability, strategic thinking, leadership, networking, customer focus, marketing, innovation, and resilience—entrepreneurs can navigate the complexities of the modern business world and achieve lasting success.
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and shifting market dynamics, continuous learning and development are crucial. Entrepreneurs must remain curious, proactive, and dedicated to refining their skills. By doing so, they will not only thrive in 2024 but also pave the way for sustained growth and innovation in the years to come.
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