# Uber India has rolled out the initiative in Ernakulam and Thiruvananthapuram districts.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · The Hindu Business Line*

## Key points

- Uber India offered free rides to polling stations in Ernakulam and Thiruvananthapuram districts.
- The initiative was launched in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer.
- Voters could use free Uber rides up to 2 km to reach their designated polling booths.
- All polling locations were integrated into the Uber app for easier navigation for voters.
- Some voters reported not receiving promised halwa or rice at polling stations despite Election Commission offers.

**Companies:** Uber India
**Countries:** India

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