Uber has completed 10 remarkable years in the country. The company has been providing commuters with a safe, trustworthy, and inexpensive mode of transportation since a decade.
Uber’s transformational journey began ten years ago when the first rider in India called for one on the busy streets of Bengaluru. This action quickly pushed the app to the top of the nation’s most popular platforms for both riders and drivers. In 125 locations around India, Uber now runs without a hitch, marking a significant turning point in the history of the business.
Uber India has released an enticing digital film to celebrate this major milestone. The film captures the charm that Uber has brought into the lives of millions of people, significantly transforming the mobility environment for the general public.
To celebrate this monumental achievement, let’s dive deep into the profound impact Uber has created into the Indian transportation business.
Uber’s Impact in Numbers in Last 10 Years
- Over Rs 50,000 Crores Earned: Drivers have collectively earned a staggering Rs 50,000 Crores through the Uber platform since 2013.
- 3,300 Crore Kilometers Travelled: Uber drivers have travelled an amazing 3,300 Crore kilometers.
- 300 Crores of Trips: The total number of trips taken on the Uber platform in India stands at a staggering 300 Crores, highlighting the app’s popularity.
- Empowering 30 Lakh Drivers: A remarkable 30 Lakh drivers have found financial empowerment through the Uber app.
- 4 Crore Green Kilometers: Uber has driven a remarkable 4 Crore kilometers in an eco-friendly manner in India, exemplifying their commitment towards becoming a zero-emissions platform by 2040.
Uber’s goal has always been to create opportunities through movement. Uber has been at the forefront of innovations aimed towards Indian customers during this transformative decade, successfully streamlining operations and leveraging technology to provide more value to all stakeholders.
Reflecting on Uber’s momentous ten-year milestone, Prabhjeet Singh, President of Uber India and South Asia, stated, “Uber has ingrained itself into India’s social fabric, and we take immense pride in our contribution to enhancing accessibility for riders while empowering millions of drivers with sustainable livelihoods over the past decade. With India’s dynamic demography and the burgeoning digital economy, the future resonates with excitement, and we are committed to propelling India towards its envisioned tech-led progress."
Moving on, Uber’s reach now includes more than 125 cities throughout India thereby bridging the gap between millions of people and quick, effective transportation.
The company’s journey in India has been marked by ground-breaking innovations, tailored to suit the unique preferences of Indian riders and drivers. Besides this, the company has further achieved seamless user experience through the introduction of cash payments, regional language support, and pioneering safety features.
Transforming Mobility Preferences: Key Consumer Trends
As Uber celebrates its ten-years in India, a number of interesting trends highlight the app’s major influence on mobility preferences:
- 90 percent of respondents claim that Uber has completely changed the way they travel within India.
- 72 percent claim that the availability of ridesharing alternatives has prompted them to reconsider purchasing personal vehicles.
- In comparison to issues like automobile maintenance and driver costs, more than 30 percent of respondents consider Uber’s wide range of mobility options as their favourite feature.
- Uber plays a crucial role in promoting responsible drinking, as proved by 79 percent of people who use it for their alcohol-related midnight adventures.
- In the next ten years, over 55 percent believe that sustainable mobility will become a reality.
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