Mon Sep 16 16:13:05 UTC 2024: ## Zomato and Blinkit CEOs’ Luxurious Cars Spark Online Debate Over Platform Fees
A viral Instagram reel showcasing a fleet of expensive cars parked outside the Zomato and Blinkit offices in Gurugram has ignited a heated debate on social media. The video, which has garnered over 1.2 million views in a week, features luxury vehicles like an Aston Martin DB12, a Porsche 911 Turbo S, a Lamborghini Urus, and a Ferrari Roma, reportedly owned by Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal. The clip also includes Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa’s BMW Z4.
The video has triggered a wave of humorous and critical comments from users. Many pointed out the irony of the lavish displays against the backdrop of platform fees charged by the food delivery apps. “Remember that platform fee you pay,” one user quipped, while another sarcastically remarked, “See, this is what happens with ₹6 platform fees.”
Some users questioned the disparity in wealth, highlighting the fact that delivery partners often rely on bikes for deliveries. “Then why do I always get deliveries from bike riders?” one user questioned. Others called for improved benefits for gig workers, suggesting that with such substantial wealth, the companies should provide health insurance or provident funds for delivery personnel.
The video comes at a time when Zomato and Swiggy both raised their platform fees to ₹6 in select regions, generating considerable backlash from customers. Deepinder Goyal, who was recently listed as the second richest person in Gurugram, has a net worth estimated at ₹9,300 crore.
The viral reel has once again brought to the forefront the debate surrounding income inequality and the impact of platform fees on both consumers and gig workers. The incident has sparked discussions on social responsibility and the ethical implications of wealth distribution within the tech industry.
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