Zomato, the popular food delivery aggregator, has recently established a new resting point for its delivery partners at Bengaluru’s Vega City mall. This significant development marks the first of its kind in South India. The launch event was graced by the presence of Tejasvi Surya, the Member of Parliament representing Bengaluru South, who actively participated in the inaugural ceremony.
Surya took to Twitter and wrote, “Set up South India’s 1st Resting Point for Delivery Partners at Vega City Mall in association with @zomato and @vegacitysocial. With essential amenities such as first-aid, drinking water, & clean restrooms, the point will serve as a place for all delivery partners to rest, rejuvenate, and recharge.”
Zomato had previously made a noteworthy announcement that the resting points set up at Bengaluru’s Vega City mall would not only cater to their own delivery partners but would also be open for the delivery partners of other brands. This inclusive initiative seeks to create a shared space that benefits all delivery professionals, fostering a supportive environment for their well-being.
In February this year, Zomato CEO Depinder Goyal wrote, “Announcing ‘The Shelter Project’ – we’ve started building public infrastructure (Rest Points) to support the well-being of delivery partners of various companies.” High-speed internet, first aid, phone charging facility, washrooms and drinking water are some of the amenities that come with the rest points, which are open to delivery agents from other companies too, Zomato earlier announced.
Additionally, he emphasized the vital role of delivery partners as the “heart and soul” of Zomato’s business. Furthermore, he unveiled Zomato’s future endeavors to establish additional shelter places in the most densely populated areas where their food delivery service operates. Presently, a few rest points have already been set up in Gurgaon, where Zomato’s headquarters are located.