Namma Yatri Begins Operation In Mangaluru

Namma Yatri (NY), the Bengaluru-based mobility app dedicated to empowering drivers, has officially launched operations in Mangalore, marking another milestone in its expansion across Karnataka. Building on its success in cities like Bengaluru, Mysore,Tumkur and Kalaburagi Namma Yatri is reshaping transportation with the backing of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and a driver-centric approach. 

After a month-long trial in Mangalore, the app has received an enthusiastic response from the local driver community. With nearly 500 trips completed in November alone, and 300 drivers already on board, the initiative is gaining momentum in transforming daily commutes in the region. Following Mangalore, driver communities in Manipal and Udupi are set to introduce Namma Yatri to their cities, further supporting the vision of enhanced regional mobility.

Naveen Kumar, a community ambassador for Namma Yatri, highlighted the platform’s impact: “With Namma Yatri, drivers feel genuinely empowered. The booking process is easy, customers get picked up right at their doorstep, and the fares are transparent, building trust with passengers. We’re earning more, and customers appreciate the lower costs and better service—a true win-win for Mangalore.”

Earlier this year, drivers in Tumkur and Gulbarga embraced Namma Yatri, completing over 2.8 lakh trips and collectively earning around Rs 2 crore. This success underscores Namma Yatri’s mission to democratize technology for drivers, helping them increase their income while delivering affordable transportation to customers.

Today, with a growing community of 2.3 lakh drivers and more than 50 lakh customers, Namma Yatri facilitates an average of 1.6 lakh trips daily across Karnataka. The app’s open platform approach continues to drive its expansion, underpinned by strong community involvement and a commitment to impactful, driver-led growth.