Zomato introduces e-bike rental fleet for delivery partners in Delhi
In a major step towards
sustainable logistics
, Zomato has launched a rental fleet of 300 electric bikes exclusively for its delivery partners in Delhi, marking World Environment Day with a strong push for cleaner last-mile mobility.
The initiative, inaugurated by Delhi Police Special Commissioner Ajay Chaudhary, enables delivery workers to rent electric vehicles (EVs) as an alternative to petrol-powered motorcycles. The move aims to cut carbon emissions associated with food delivery and make sustainable mobility more accessible to gig workers.
The programme is aligned with Zomato's long-term sustainability goals, including achieving 100 per cent EV-based deliveries by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2033. As of March 2025, Zomato had over 37,000 active EV delivery partners, who collectively helped avoid nearly 4,900 tonnes of CO₂-equivalent emissions in FY25.
Zomato's Chief Sustainability Officer Anjalli Ravi Kumar emphasised that the programme is designed to meet delivery partners' need for cost-effective and eco-friendly mobility options. 'Our rental model not only reduces running costs but also ensures vehicles are optimized for food delivery,' she said.
Zomato plans to expand the pilot based on adoption rates in Delhi-NCR, supporting the Delhi government's EV vision and reinforcing its broader sustainability framework, which includes climate-conscious deliveries, waste reduction, and inclusive growth.
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