Uber has expanded its Uber Bike service to 100 additional cities in India, taking its presence to over 220 cities across the country. The expansion will cover 18 states and one Union Territory. The new cities include Jammu, Tirunelveli, Silchar and Jamnagar, among others. Uber Bike will offer two-wheeler rides for short-distance travel as well as first and last-mile connectivity. The expansion is part of Uber’s strategy to strengthen its presence beyond major metros and build a multimodal mobility platform in India. The company currently offers bikes, autos, cars, airport rides and intercity services through its platform. Uber said the expansion will create flexible earning opportunities for tens of thousands of local drivers. According to the company, more than 2 million Indians earn through its platform. As part of its Independence Day campaign, Uber is also offering first-time riders a free first ride for a limited period. Uber Bike includes safety features such as real-time driver ID checks, an in-app SOS button, trip sharing and a 24x7 safety line. Bareback Media has recently raised funding from a group of investors. Some of the investors may directly or indirectly be involved in a competing business or might be associated with other companies we might write about. This shall, however, not influence our reporting or coverage in any manner whatsoever. You may find a list of our investorshere.
