Goa, June 16 -- The Travel and Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG) has announced that in its open public survey on app-based taxi services, 93.8% of 4,940 respondents have backed the introduction of regulated taxi aggregator services in the State. The survey, which was open to all citizens as part of the ongoing public consultation process, will now be submitted to the State Transport Department.

TTAG President Jack Sukhija said the broad public participation demonstrates that app-based taxi services are not just a tourist requirement but a public utility that locals also want.

"The survey clearly shows that there is an overwhelming sentiment in favour of taxi apps by locals, as it will increase mobility options and reduce the stress of d...