No More 10-Minute Blinkit Delivery: A long-standing conflict has existed between gig workers and quick commerce companies. Now, ordinary people will no longer be able to get deliveries within 10 minutes. The government has removed this time limit condition, keeping in mind the safety of delivery partners. On Tuesday, after continuous efforts and several rounds of meetings by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, major delivery companies have ended their famous 10-minute delivery promise. Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has welcomed the decision to remove the ’10-minute delivery’ branding from quick-commerce platforms.
Now, quick commerce companies like Blinkit, Zepto, Zomato, and Swiggy will not promise their customers delivery within 10 minutes. This decision has been made with consideration for the safety, health, and improved working conditions of our delivery partners.
Union Labour Minister held a meeting with quick commerce companies
According to news agency ANI, Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya held a meeting with quick commerce companies to discuss issues related to delivery time limits. The meeting highlighted that the pressure of 10-minute deliveries forces gig workers to drive at high speeds and break traffic rules, putting their lives at risk.
Minister Mansukh Mandaviya stated that while customers appreciate fast service, it cannot come at the cost of the safety and well-being of the employees. This pressure on gig workers has been a subject of ongoing debate in recent weeks.
No More 10-Minute Blinkit Delivery: Blinkit changes its tagline
Following government directives, Blinkit has been the first to change its tagline. Previously, their main tagline was “10,000+ products delivered in 10 minutes,” but it has now been changed to “30,000+ products delivered to your doorstep.” Other companies are also expected to remove their 10-minute delivery taglines in the coming days.
Blinkit Delivery Controversy: Raghav Chadha raises concerns for gig workers
It’s worth noting that Raghav Chadha has consistently raised his voice in support of gig workers over the past few days. To understand the challenges faced by these workers, the Rajya Sabha MP spent an entire day with a gig worker on Monday. He also shared a video on social media.
