Rapido Auto & ANEW Join Forces to Empower Underprivileged Women as Auto-Rickshaw Drivers in Chennai

By: WE Staff | Wednesday, 28 June 2023

Rapido Auto, India's leading auto and bike taxi platform, has proudly announced its partnership with ANEW (Association for Non-traditional Employment for Women) in Chennai. This partnership intends to give impoverished women economic opportunities by allowing them to drive auto-rickshaws on the Rapido platform.

The official flag-off ceremony for this groundbreaking initiative was held in the presence of esteemed representatives from Rapido Auto and ANEW. This partnership signifies a significant milestone in Rapido's commitment to empowering and uplifting marginalized women by offering them a platform to earn a sustainable livelihood.

Rapido Auto has consistently been at the forefront of offering creative solutions and chances to people looking for unusual career possibilities. By joining forces with ANEW, a reputable NGO dedicated to supporting women in non-traditional careers, Rapido aims to drive positive change and create a more inclusive society. The company has plans to expand this initiative to other cities in the future.

Through this collaboration, Rapido Auto will help poor women obtain further training and auto-rickshaw driver licences. The business will also give them the resources and assistance they need to use the Rapido platform proficiently, guaranteeing a flawless experience for both female drivers and female passengers.

Pawan Guntupalli, Co-founder of Rapido, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating that Rapido believes in the transformative power of opportunities. Rapido is dedicated to uplifting poor women in Chennai and giving them access to the Rapido platform so they can become financially independent by collaborating with ANEW. Guntupalli expressed pride in being part of their journey towards self-reliance and looked forward to witnessing their success.

Dr Anu Chandran, a Management Committee member of ANEW, expressed her views on the alliance, highlighting ANEW's dedication to providing opportunities for women to pursue non-traditional careers over the past 26 years. She emphasized that ANEW equips their beneficiaries with skills that enable them to earn a living. Dr. Chitra A R, Head of Operations at ANEW, believes that the partnership with Rapido Auto introduces exciting prospects for underprivileged women by offering them the opportunity to become successful auto-rickshaw drivers and gain a stronger foothold. She firmly believes that Rapido's flexible and women-friendly options will have a significant impact.

The partnership between Rapido Auto and ANEW demonstrates their dedication to promoting gender equality and social empowerment. This joint initiative has the potential to transform the lives of numerous underprivileged women by providing them with a means to earn a sustainable income and gain financial independence. By empowering marginalized women, the partnership strives to create a more inclusive society where all individuals have equal opportunities to thrive.