In a bid to create a seamless travel experience for commuters traveling within cities or between multiple cities, the Open Network for Digital Commerce is trying to build a network of last-mile service providers. For the unversed, Open Network for Digital Commerce, or ONDC is a state-run entity. According to the officials familiar with the development, ONDC will integrate autorickshaws, e-rickshaws, app-based taxis, and buses. Two officials familiar with the development said that ONDC is currently working on providing last-mile connectivity for commuters which will be at a very competitive price. In the following sections, we have mentioned further details of ONDC’s last-mile connectivity for commuters that you should know. Swipe down the page and read further details.
ONDC aims to hitch a ride on last-mile travel
Two sources familiar with the development claimed, “This would alleviate travel concerns, as one would not need to search for different transport options upon reaching a particular destination.” Integrating all service providers on a single network would create last-mile connectivity for commuters at a very competitive price. The source further cited that the service would start with tier-I cities which would subsequently expand to other cities of the country. The plan of ONDC reportedly comprises two stages. Currently, ONDC is focused on the first phase of a two-stage plan.
Open Network for Digital Commerce is a non-profit organization that was set up by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade. ONDC is planning to start with local transport services first and later offer bookings for flights, hotels, and train travel as well. The media has sent some queries to the Open Network for Digital Commerce and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, but they have not responded to their queries yet. Let’s learn more about ONDC in the further section. Swipe down.
Open Network for Digital Commerce is neither a software nor an application it is a network for digital commerce that brings all channel partners together on a single platform for travelers to access and use the partners’ services. Presently, the network is present in 600 cities where a total of 80 service providers have registered with it. Reportedly, the travel service would look to integrate multiple service providers such as online and offline taxi providers. The strategy of ONDC aims to save time and eliminate the erratic during traveling. Stay tuned to this website for more details and further updates.