Rapido, India’s largest ride-sharing platform, has broadened its footprint in West Bengal with a strategic expansion into 15 new cities including Krishnanagar, Purulia, Malda, Kharagpur, and Murshidabad. With this move, Rapido now offers Bike Taxi and Auto services across all districts of the state—enhancing last-mile connectivity and injecting new momentum into regional mobility infrastructure.
This expansion is projected to stimulate significant economic ripple effects. Rapido, which facilitates over 4 million rides daily nationwide, has already generated more than 9 million jobs in India. Its latest rollout is set to create 1 lakh new income opportunities, primarily through onboarding of local captains, further contributing to the country’s growing gig economy.
A key cultural and commercial hub in Nadia district, stands to benefit from improved urban transport options. The town’s bustling markets and administrative centers have long faced public transport constraints. Rapido’s presence could ease intra-city travel, increase market footfall, and support local businesses by enabling faster movement of people and goods. Co-founder Pavan Guntupalli emphasized Rapido’s dual approach—enhancing mobility and driving inclusive economic growth—while ensuring collaboration with local authorities to maintain safe, regulated, and user-friendly operations.
