Fun of New Year party may get spoiled, strike of delivery riders of Zomato and Swiggy on 31st December

News India Live, Digital Desk: Today is 30th December and tomorrow i.e. the night of 31st, the entire country will be busy in preparations to welcome the year 2026. Obviously, in such a situation, food and grocery apps are in highest demand. But the news is that the delivery partners working for big apps like Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit and Zepto are going on strike this time.

The real story behind the strike
Often we think that these riders earn thousands, but the truth behind the scenes is a little different. The biggest reason for the strike is Decrease in earnings and increasing pressure. Riders say that petrol prices have increased and inflation is also at its peak, but companies have either reduced their ‘delivery fee’ per order or have not increased it for years.

Also, on big nights like New Year, companies make profits worth crores, but there has been no major increase in the ‘incentives’ or bonuses given to the boys who make this possible.

Working hours and safety issues
The second big reason is the working conditions. On the night of 31st December, there is heavy traffic on the roads everywhere and sometimes an atmosphere of ‘Drunk and Drive’. In such a situation, the condition of delivering food within 10 to 15 minutes (10-minute delivery pressure) becomes fatal for these riders. Not getting any solid insurance or help regarding security is also fueling this resentment.

Why was the date of December 31 chosen?
Riders organizations believe that their voice gets suppressed on any other day of the year, but 31st December and 1st January are the dates when the entire reputation and business of these companies rests on the shoulders of the riders. He considered this to be the best time to convey his legitimate demands to the management.

advice for general public
If you have a party at home, then our advice would be to order the necessary items like snacks, cold drinks or cake etc. a day in advance i.e. today itself. Also, when ordering last night, keep in mind that your delivery may be delayed. If riders in your city join a massive strike, the apps may stop taking orders altogether.

It is clear from this strike that the issue of rights and security of these real workers (Gig Workers) of Digital India cannot be postponed for long.