Quick commerce hit by gig worker shortage as fuel hike triggers incentive demands
Delivery riders for Zepto, Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart are pressing platforms for higher payouts after fuel price increases, creating a labour crunch that is stretching delivery timelines. Industry expects gradual normalisation over the coming weeks.
Zepto, Blinkit and Instamart riders demand higher payouts after fuel hike, causing a gig worker crunch and slower quick commerce deliveries.
NDTV Profit · 5/16/2026, 1:28:59 PM · Ask about this →