UP Metro has launched MyDidi, Lucknow’s first women-only EV bike service, aimed at improving last-mile connectivity and enhancing safety for female commuters. Introduced on June 5, coinciding with World Environment Day, the service is operated entirely by women, with both riders and passengers being female.
Service begins from four Metro stations
In its first phase, MyDidi is available from four Metro stations, which are IT College, Vishwavidyalaya, Bhootnath and Krishna Nagar. Each station currently has two electric scooters deployed, allowing women commuters to travel up to five kilometres from the station. The service is priced at ₹15 for journeys within a 5-km radius and includes multiple designated drop points within the coverage area.
To encourage adoption, rides are being offered free of charge until June 13.
A focus on safety and accessibility
Speaking to Knocksense, UP Metro’s Public Relations Officer, Panchanan Mishra, said the service has been introduced with women’s safety as its primary objective. He explained that MyDidi addresses the challenge of last-mile connectivity by providing a dedicated transport option for women travelling to and from Metro stations. While MyDidi Mobility manages the scooters and riders, UP Metro’s role is limited to facilitating the service through its network.
“The idea is to offer a safe and reliable option for women passengers while strengthening public transport usage,” he said.
More feeder services on the cards
Mishra added that the initiative also aligns with the government’s push towards greater public transport adoption and sustainable mobility. Further, UP Metro is exploring additional feeder services, including CNG mini-buses and eco vans, to strengthen connectivity around Metro corridors in the future.
Early response remains mixed
According to Metro officials, the initial response has been mixed, though women commuters have already started using the service. With only a limited number of scooters currently deployed, the service is operating on a pilot scale. Officials expect demand to grow over the coming months, following which the fleet size may be increased across participating stations.
For now, UP Metro remains optimistic that MyDidi will evolve into a dependable last-mile transport option for women in the city.
