Uber rolls out 4 new safety features in India, including in-app video recording

Uber has launched four safety features for the Indian market: in-app video recording for drivers, ambulance assistance via Dial 4242, a 'Don't Type & Drive' lock, and rider-set verification PINs. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari endorsed the initiative.

— Filed Tue, 30 Jun, 2026, 21:10 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

Uber launches four new safety features in India: in-app video recording for drivers, ambulance assistance via Dial 4242, a Don't Type & Drive lock, and rider-set verification PINs. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari praised the safety initiatives.

Why this matters

Uber continues its India safety push, expanding encrypted in-cab video, ambulance assist and trip PINs across 125+ cities, building on prior rollouts of in-app ride recording and emergency tools.

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