Zomato Denies Role In Viral Indore Video Featuring Female Delivery Partner
Indore, October 18, 2023: Online food delivery platform Zomato has denied any role in a viral video that shows a female delivery partner being harassed by a group of men in Indore. The video, which has been widely shared on social media, shows the delivery partner being surrounded by the men and asked for her phone number. When she refuses, they start to abuse her verbally and physically.
In a statement, Zomato said that the incident happened on October 16 and that the delivery partner is safe. The company also said that it is cooperating with the police investigation and that it has taken steps to ensure that the delivery partner is supported.
“We are deeply disturbed by the incident that happened to our delivery partner in Indore. We have taken immediate steps to ensure her safety and well-being. We are also cooperating with the police investigation into the matter,” Zomato said in the statement.
The company also said that it has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment of its employees and that it will take strict action against anyone who violates this policy.
“We want to reiterate that we have a zero-tolerance policy for any kind of harassment of our employees. We will take strict action against anyone who violates this policy,” the statement said.
The viral video has sparked outrage on social media, with many people demanding action against the men who harassed the delivery partner. The incident has also led to calls for better safety measures for female delivery partners.
The police in Indore have arrested two people in connection with the incident. The two men, who have been identified as Rahul Jain and Ankit Jain, have been charged with harassment and assault.
The incident has also highlighted the need for more awareness about the safety of female delivery partners. In recent years, there have been a number of cases of female delivery partners being harassed and assaulted. This has led to calls for better safety measures for these workers.
Safety measures for female delivery partners
There are a number of safety measures that can be taken to protect female delivery partners from harassment and assault. These measures include:
- Providing them with self-defense training: This will help them to defend themselves in case they are attacked.
- Equipping them with safety devices such as panic buttons and GPS trackers: This will allow them to call for help in case they are in danger.
- Creating a safe work environment for them: This includes things like having well-lit work areas and providing them with transportation to and from work.
- Educating the public about the importance of respecting female delivery partners: This will help to create a more supportive environment for these workers.
It is important to note that the safety of female delivery partners is a shared responsibility. Everyone has a role to play in creating a safe work environment for these workers.
