At Uber, we are committed to transforming the mobility landscape in India while driving economic growth. With over a million drivers in the country, we provide them with valuable earning opportunities, enhance the travel experience for riders, and promote sustainable options. 

The 2024 India Economic Impact Report, compiled by Public First, highlights Uber’s significant contribution to transforming the on-demand economy in India. After more than a decade in the country, Uber continues to evolve, offering a range of services tailored to diverse travel needs, from local rides to intercity journeys and bus travel.

Key findings of the report include:

Supporting a wider economic footprint 

  • In total, in 2024, we estimate that driver-partners earn an additional 60% a year in higher income through Uber, relative to their next best alternative type of work. 
  • Uber Auto and Moto Expected to Drive INR 36000 Crores in Economic Activity in 2024

  • 70% of riders find it easier to explore new restaurants and bars, expanding their local experiences 

Expanding opportunity  

  • Uber is estimated to boost drivers’ earnings by about 24% compared to working without a platform
  • 65% of Uber drivers believe to have more opportunities thanks to the platform 

Safety & Improving Access 

  • 95% of female riders cite safety as their top reason for using Uber. 84% of female riders believe that taking an Uber is the safest way to get home
  • Uber has transformed urban mobility, with 84% of Indians stating that the app has improved quality of transportation in India

Congestion and Pollution

  • A significant 74% of Delhi riders express a preference for electric vehicles, with 56% willing to choose an EV option even at a higher cost
  • 93% of riders in Bengaluru consider time savings a key reason for using Uber, while 80% believe the service has improved travel speed


You can read the full report, including the methodology here. 

*One of the most important measures of economic welfare – the amount you would pay someone to voluntarily give up a good or service. If a good has a zero consumer surplus, that implies we can take or leave it – whereas goods with a high consumer surplus are playing an important role in our lives.