Ola, founded in December 2010 by IIT Bombay graduates Bhavish Aggarwal and Ankit Bhati, is India's largest mobility platform and a major player in the global ride-hailing market. Headquartered in Bengaluru, the company connects customers with over 1.5–2.5 million verified driver-partners through its mobile app, available on Android, iOS, and Windows.
Initially launched as a trip-planning service, Ola evolved into a taxi aggregation service and introduced its app in 2012. The platform offers a variety of transport options, including city rides, outstation travel, car rentals, auto-rickshaws, and bike taxis. Ola emphasizes convenience, safety, and fair pricing, providing features like real-time tracking and multiple payment options. With operations in over 250 cities across India, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, Ola has powered over a billion rides, showcasing its commitment to enhancing mobility for a vast audience.