Uber announces cash incentives for vaccinating 150,000 drivers

Uber on Friday unveiled a ₹18.5 crore (USD 2.5 million) initiative to get 150,000 drivers on its platform vaccinated over the next six months.

”As India battles a fierce second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, mass vaccination is key to tackling the crisis. Today, we’re announcing an ₹18.5 crore ($2.5 million) initiative to compensate the first batch of 150,000 car, auto and moto drivers on the platform for time spent in getting their shots,” the company said in a statement.

All drivers showing valid digital vaccination certificates will be eligible for ₹400 for each of their two shots. Drivers who’re able to show they’ve been vaccinated before April 30 will also be able to claim the funds.