The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has launched two electric bike taxi services — SHERYDS and RYDR — to enhance last-mile connectivity in the national capital. These eco-friendly taxis, available through the DMRC Momentum (Delhi Sarthi 2.0) mobile app, aim to address the ever-growing demand for efficient and sustainable transport solutions in the city.
The services, which are now accessible at metro stations, offer a convenient, affordable, and eco-conscious alternative to traditional modes of transport. Riders can book these electric bikes for as low as Rs 10, with charges of Rs 10 per kilometre for the first 2 km and Rs 8 per km thereafter. SHERYDS is a dedicated service for women, operated by female drivers. This initiative is designed with safety and empowerment in mind, offering a safer commuting option for women while also providing employment opportunities to women drivers. It serves as a step towards fostering greater independence and confidence for female commuters, allowing them to travel freely with enhanced security. As the DMRC statement highlights, SHERYDS not only addresses the mobility needs of women but also helps women drivers earn a livelihood with dignity.
RYDR, on the other hand, is a service available to all commuters, with a focus on reducing travel time and optimising routes. The service operates within a defined radius, ensuring both efficiency and safety by minimising long-distance travel. By streamlining routes, RYDR enhances the overall convenience for passengers while contributing to a significant reduction in carbon emissions, in line with the city’s sustainable transport goals. These services reflect DMRC’s forward-thinking approach to tackling urban mobility challenges in an increasingly congested metropolis. With Delhi’s ever-expanding metro network, the integration of electric bike taxis provides a much-needed solution for last-mile connectivity, enabling commuters to seamlessly travel from metro stations to their final destinations without relying on fossil-fuel-based vehicles.
From an environmental standpoint, the use of electric vehicles is an important step towards reducing Delhi’s transportation-related carbon footprint. With air pollution becoming a persistent issue in the capital, every initiative towards cleaner, greener transport adds to the collective effort to improve the city’s air quality. The introduction of SHERYDS and RYDR also holds significant promise for the future of urban mobility in India. By creating an integrated transport ecosystem, these services offer a glimpse into the future of sustainable and inclusive public transport solutions that cater to the diverse needs of urban dwellers, particularly women and vulnerable groups. With commuters increasingly demanding greener alternatives, DMRC’s new initiatives may set the stage for a larger shift in the way we think about urban mobility — one that prioritises safety, efficiency, and environmental consciousness.
