Airtel ties up with Uber

Telecom operator Bharti Airtel Ltd and cab hailing app Uber have entered into a strategic partnership in India to make cab rides easy and WiFi enabled.

Under this partnership, Uber riders across India can pay for their trips using Airtel’s mobile wallet service.

Free WiFI

Additionally, customers in Mumbai have become the first in India to enjoy free high-speed internet from Uber which will be powered by Airtel 4G. This service will soon be rolled out for Uber riders pan India, top officials of these companies said.

“Now, Uber riders can enjoy the convenience of paying through their Airtel Money wallets, while also experiencing the power of blazing internet speeds with Airtel 4G on the move. We look forward to supporting Uber’s rapid growth across India,” said Srini Gopalan, Director, Consumer Business, Bharti Airtel.

“This unique partnership is built on our shared visions and strengths of broad, reliable networks and connecting people to their world, anytime, anywhere,” said Amit Jain, President, Uber India.

 

“Airtel is leading the way for wireless connectivity, and as our telecom partner, will help us in our quest toward transforming urban mobility for hundreds of millions of commuters in India,” he added.

With this partnership riders will get another hassle-free payment option and Uber has become the first technology platform to officially launch Airtel Money.

“For a limited time, new Uber riders, who top up their Airtel Money wallet, will earn up to Rs.500 for free. Additionally, starting with Mumbai, every Uber vehicle in India will soon be equipped with free WiFi, powered by Airtel 4G. Whether riding to work or a night out in the town — Uber will offer commuters high-speed internet at no data charges, powered by Airtel 4G,” Airtel said.

Airtel will also become Uber’s official telecom partner across India and support the company’s rapid growth in India by offering mobile, data and device plans to Uber driver-partners, it said.

As part of this alliance, Uber will also offer exclusive promotions, discounts and experiences to Airtel customers — including Rs.500 off their first ride upon using Airtel Money.