India, June 16 -- Karnataka's ban on bike taxi services officially took effect on Monday, following a Karnataka High Court decision that upheld the state government's directive to halt such operations until a regulatory framework is in place.

The order deals a major blow to platforms like Rapido, Ola, and Uber, which had been facilitating two-wheeler ride services in cities like Bengaluru.

Rapido, one of the most prominent players in the sector, responded by removing its bike taxi option from the app in Karnataka. In its place, users now see a "bike parcel" service, with a message explaining the change.

"Starting June 16, 2025, our Bike Taxi services in Karnataka will be paused in compliance with recent High Court orders," Rapido annou...