Uber introduces 5 new checks in attempt to get ban lifted

December 28, 2014 00:25

Uber taxi services, which has been banned in Delhi after one of its drivers was arrested for allegedly raping a woman passenger, has come up with an 'India specific security narrative', reports CNN-IBN.

They are introducing police and document verification, background checks, incident response team and in-app safety features.

Following is Uber's blog post on the new safety policies and online petition: We appreciate your patience and support over these last few weeks. It's been a difficult time for all involved, including the rider and driver communities in Delhi but we're committed to bringing Uber back stronger and better in order to provide you with the safe, reliable and convenient transportation option that you deserve.

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