Carpooling in Bangalore refers to the sharing of private vehicles with other passengers to reduce travel costs, fuel consumption, and traffic congestion. Carpooling is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to travel, and it has gained popularity in Bangalore. However, carpooling using private vehicles through mobile applications has been declared illegal by the Transport Department of Bangalore. The department has imposed heavy fines ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000 for violators. The decision to ban carpooling was taken as a result of complaints from local taxi drivers regarding the use of private vehicles by commercial carpooling apps. The transport department argues that carpooling apps are operating without the necessary licenses and permits required for commercial transportation. The ban on carpooling has been a topic of debate in Bangalore, as it contradicts the governments objective to create a fair and equal environment for all transportation providers.