Swiggy begins vaccination drive for delivery partners, frontline staff

Food delivery startup will enable quick and free vaccine access and cover loss of pay for the period the delivery partner spends in getting both the doses

As part of its commitment to cover vaccination for its entire delivery fleet, food delivery giant Swiggy has begun the Covid-19 vaccination drive in Bengaluru. The drive is for its delivery partners and frontline staff from its grocery delivery service Instamart and its brand kitchens in accordance with the vaccination guidelines of the government.

"Our delivery partners and frontline staff continue to assist consumers, especially through the recent movement restrictions. Swiggy has been advocating the need for them to get priority access to the vaccination,” said Vivek Sunder, COO, Swiggy. “The vaccination drive is a proactive step in ensuring their safety