Rapido Scooty Sees 18x Growth in Hyderabad as Women and Seniors Drive Everyday Mobility Shift

Rapido records over 11.3 lakh Scooty rides in six months and 50,000 daily trips in Hyderabad, with women accounting for 35% of usage and strong adoption among senior citizens

Rapido is witnessing rapid growth of its Scooty category in Hyderabad, as women and senior citizens increasingly adopt the service for short-distance, everyday travel. Over the past six months, Scooty rides in the city have grown nearly 18 times, positioning the category as one of Rapido’s fastest-growing mobility offerings.
Scooty rides in Hyderabad increased from 64,000 to over 11.3 lakh rides within six months. The city now records an average of 50,000 Scooty rides daily, reflecting a clear shift in commuter preferences toward comfort-led and accessible transport options.

User trends on the platform show significantly higher adoption among women riders. While women account for around 25% of bike rides on Rapido, their participation rises to 35% on Scooty rides. The step-through design, lower seat height, and ease of access have emerged as key factors making Scooty a more confidence-building option, particularly for women and elderly commuters.
Scooty rides are increasingly used for neighbourhood errands, medical visits, office commutes, and metro connectivity, highlighting its role in everyday mobility where accessibility and comfort are as important as affordability.

Commenting on the trend, Pavan Guntupalli, Co-Founder of Rapido, said that Hyderabad’s response reflects a broader shift in urban mobility needs. He stated that riders are looking beyond speed and affordability, placing greater emphasis on comfort, safety, and ease of access. He added that strong adoption among women and elderly users reinforces Rapido’s focus on building inclusive mobility solutions that work across daily use cases.

As Hyderabad’s commuter base continues to diversify, Scooty is playing a growing role in making app-based mobility more accessible and inclusive. The rapid growth of the category indicates how thoughtfully designed mobility solutions can scale meaningfully while reshaping short-distance travel across urban India.

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