“Can Zomato Do More?” Man Urges Deepinder Goyal After Encounter With Delivery Boy

A Delhi man was “deeply shaken” after listening to a younger Zomato supply government who delivered meals to his doorstep late one evening. Himanshu Bohra shared the story of Shiva Sarkar, a supply government barely in his twenties, who works tirelessly by means of the evening to assist his household after his father’s demise.

In his LinkedIn put up titled “The Story of Shiva Sarkar,” Mr Bohra mentioned that one evening, after wrapping up his work at 3 AM, he ordered meals by means of Zomato.

“Because the doorbell rang, I stood as much as open it. There he was, Shiva Sarkar, the supply government, with a heat smile regardless of the biting chilly outdoors. However there was one thing in his eyes. A heaviness, a narrative untold,” he wrote.

Mr Bohra invited the Zomato agent in, providing him water and inquiring about his well-being. That is when the younger man broke down and revealed his struggles. After dropping his father, Mr Sarkar was compelled to drop out of faculty in school 8 and take up a job to assist his household. His earnings now go towards getting ready for his youthful sisters’ weddings.

“I sat there, in awe of his energy,” Mr Bohra mentioned. “This younger man, who needs to be chasing his aspirations, is as a substitute operating in opposition to the clock to make ends meet, with a dedication that may solely be admired.”

Mr Bohra mirrored on numerous others like Sarkar — “younger girls and boys sacrificing their schooling, desires, and potential to maintain their households afloat.” After assembly Mr Sarkar, he puzzled how society might assist people like him.

The put up continued with an emotional plea to Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal: “Deepinder Goyal, I really like the Zomato app, however can we do extra?” He requested if Zomato might introduce upskilling programmes, scholarships, or simple loans for these “unsung heroes.” 

“What if these supply executives might dream once more? May be taught expertise that open doorways to brighter futures whereas incomes a dwelling?” he wrote.

The put up, which included a photograph of Mr Sarkar (shared along with his consent), has since gone viral.

Zomato was fast to reply.

In a remark, the corporate wrote, “Thanks for bringing this to our consideration. This appears fairly inspirational, and we’re happy with our supply universe,” asking for the order ID of the supply companion to precise their appreciation for his dedication and arduous work.