Bengaluru Launches 'Sakhi Auto' Service, Offering Rides For Women By Women Drivers

If you've been living in Bengaluru and have hesitated about riding in a rickshaw alone at night, there's some great news for you. To improve women's safety in public transportation, Bengaluru has launched an initiative called ‘Sakhi Auto,’ developed exclusively for female passengers. This service aims to provide a secure, comfortable, and reliable commuting option. It addresses ongoing concerns about safety and daily transport challenges.

Currently, around 2,000 Sakhi Autos are on the streets, operating from 6 AM until midnight. The only goal here is to ensure accessibility during busy hours. Plans are in place to extend this service to 24 hours a day in the future. This will offer consistent transportation options at any time.

The main goal of the Sakhi initiative is to create a secure environment for women who travel for work, education, or other essential activities. This service is expected to help students, working women, and anyone who faces difficulties in finding safe rides, especially late at night.

How Does Sakhi Auto Service Work? How Can You Book It?

Booking a ride with Sakhi Auto is a straightforward and efficient process accessible through multiple digital platforms.

Users can easily arrange their rides by sending a message via WhatsApp to 6361933364. They can also book the ride by visiting the website at ride.sakhiwomen.in.

Sakhi’s fare system is structured to be economical, aligning competitively with standard auto-rickshaw prices. The initial fare starts at INR 50 for the first two kilometers, with an additional charge of INR 20 for each subsequent kilometer traveled.

The founders of Sakhi emphasize their mission to create a movement that empowers women, enabling them to reclaim their freedom and mobility. Every aspect of the service is rooted in prioritizing safety, comfort, and respect for all passengers.

What Users Have To Say?

A Reddit user (Careful_Caramel_9299) recently shared her experience with Sakhi, an auto service for women in Bengaluru. She booked a ride from Basavanagudi to Indiranagar and highlighted a few points: currently, there's no app for tracking rides, and bookings must be made at least an hour in advance through their website.

Overall, she had a fantastic experience with a punctual, friendly driver who followed traffic rules, making her feel safe. She highly recommends it for women.