Uber’s India Ride Recording Feature Raises DPDP Consent Questions

Uber has launched “Record My Ride” in India, allowing drivers to record encrypted in‑cab video via their smartphones when they feel unsafe. Footage remains inaccessible unless submitted in a safety report. Rolled out June 30 in New Delhi, the feature came with updates like Ambulance Assistance (Dial 4242), Don’t Type & Drive, and Set Your Own PIN. Critics question compliance with India’s DPDP Act, which requires explicit consent, highlighting tension between safety and privacy obligations.