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Delhi E-Rickshaw Rides To Get Costlier, Minimum Fare To Be Hiked To Rs 20
Delhi's e-rickshaw fares are set to rise with the minimum fare increasing to Rs 20 from next month. The decision followed a joint meeting with Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh. The city has a large fleet of both registered and unregistered e-rickshaws.
Why It Matters
The change could affect last-mile connectivity and driver livelihoods, while the policy aims to curb ownership concentration and broaden benefits to more residents.
Timeline
6 Events
Existing fare structure commonly charged
April 30, 2026
Drivers typically charged Rs 10 for the first two kilometres and Rs 5 for each additional kilometre.
Current e-rickshaw fleet and unregistered vehicles in Delhi
April 30, 2026
Delhi has over 2 lakh officially registered e-rickshaws and about 1.5 lakh unregistered ones operating in the city.
Fare increase announced; minimum fare set at Rs 20; effective from next month
April 30, 2026
The federation announced the minimum fare would rise to Rs 20, with the increase to be implemented from May 2026.
Joint meeting to discuss e-rickshaw fare reform
April 29, 2026
A joint meeting of e-rickshaw drivers, dealers, and manufacturers with Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh led to the decision to raise the minimum fare to Rs 20; Singh outlined aims to prevent ownership concentration and promote self-employment.
Withdrawal of 2022 circular on registration
2022
The Delhi transport department withdrew its 2022 circular that allowed companies to register multiple electric carts and e-rickshaws in company names.
E-rickshaws in Delhi first began operation
2010
E-rickshaws began operating in Delhi in 2010, establishing a long-running last-mile transport service.