Rapido Offers Free Rides to Differently-Abled and Senior Citizen Voters in Karnataka
In a commendable move to promote civic engagement, ride-hailing service Rapido has announced complimentary bike taxi, auto, and cab rides to differently-abled and senior citizen voters across Karnataka. This initiative, dubbed “SawaariZimmedariKi,” aims to ensure that every eligible voter has the opportunity to cast their ballot in the upcoming Lok Sabha election.
Residents of Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru can take advantage of this generous offer by using the code ‘VOTENOW’ to access free transportation to and from polling stations on April 26th. This initiative is a testament to Rapido’s commitment to social responsibility and inclusivity.
Rapido’s Co-founder, Pavan Guntupalli, expressed the company’s dedication to empowering voters: “We want to specifically ensure that differently abled, and senior citizen voters have equitable access to exercise their democratic right. By extending free auto and cab rides to them, we are redoubling our commitment to inclusivity and social responsibility.”
The Election Commission of India (ECI) and Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) are collaborating with Rapido to make this initiative a success. Rapido drivers are seen as ambassadors of civic engagement, enabling greater voter turnout and promoting a more representative electoral system.
This initiative is a welcome step towards breaking down barriers and ensuring that all citizens have the ability to participate in the democratic process. Rapido’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion sets an example for other businesses to follow.
