Amid spike in demand for medicines, Swiggy to prioritise pick-and-drop deliveries

The food delivery giant has reported a 350% rise in delivery of OTC medicines in 15 days

Swiggy has started prioritization of its Genie service deliveries in the wake of the second Covid-19 wave. India has witnessed more Covid-19 cases than anywhere else in the world. Swiggy Genie, the food delivery firm's pick up and drop service, has become an essential service for consumers all across the country. It is transporting a range of necessities- from over the counter (OTC) medicines, oximeters, thermometers to home-cooked meals, care packages and grocery.

Swiggy witnessed a 350 per cent increase in the delivery of OTC medicines through Swiggy Genie during the past 15 days, compared to the same period