Strategic Investment and Growth Partnership
Uber Chief Executive Officer Dara Khosrowshahi detailed the company's strategic investment roadmap for India during a recent meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Khosrowshahi positioned Uber as a committed, long-term partner in India's ambitious drive towards 'Viksit Bharat 2047'. He highlighted substantial platform growth, reporting that the number of individuals earning through Uber has quadrupled since the previous meeting with the Finance Minister in 2022.
'Create in India' and Mobility Evolution
Discussions also encompassed the role of digital mobility platforms in fostering economic expansion. Separately, G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant met Khosrowshahi, noting Uber's evolution from a premium service to a comprehensive mobility platform catering to diverse Indian needs, including affordable last-mile options like Uber Bike and Autos. Kant lauded Uber's technological contributions through its India-based tech centers, aligning with the "Create in India" initiative and reflecting the nation's broader startup and sustainable mobility success story.
