Airtel ties up with Uber

New Delhi, Aug 21: Bharti Airtel Limited is in a partnership with Uber, allowing its riders to pay using Airtel's mobile wallet service 'Airtel Money', a company statement said on Friday.

According to statement, Mumbaikars will be the first in India to enjoy free high-speed internet from Uber, powered by Airtel 4G. The service will soon be rolled out for Uber riders pan-India.

"Our partnership with Uber is directly in line with our commitment to offer innovative and relevant services for our customers. Now, Uber riders can enjoy the convenience of paying through their Airtel Money wallets," Srini Gopalan, director - consumer business, Bharti Airtel said.

"This unique partnership is built on our shared visions and strengths of broad, reliable networks and connecting people to their world, anytime, anywhere," Amit Jain, president, Uber India said.

IANS