City becomes first in country where passengers can pay cab fare with credit and debit cards after private taxi service launches the facility

Bangaloreans are known for their comfort with technology and their need for innovative services. No wonder, then, that yesterday, Bangalore became the first city in India to have a service whereby passengers can pay their private taxi fare with a credit or debit card.

Meru Cabs, who launched the facility in the city yesterday, said they chose Bangalore as the maximum demand for innovative services came from Bangaloreans.

Rajesh Puri, CEO, Meru Cab Company said, "Consumers here always rate us a little lower than those in Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad. They are very demanding in this city."

Easy Pay: Meru Cabs CEO Rajesh Puri demonstrates how the credit card payment option works