New Delhi: Recent conversations about the struggles of delivery executives and unusual ways people handle mental health challenges have brought some crucial issues into focus which are Trending all over the Social media. Swiggy and Zomato which is India’s top food delivery platforms, are in the spotlight as their workers share real-life stories. Meanwhile, a bizarre incident from Meerut has everyone talking about how people cope with emotional struggles in unexpected ways.
A Swiggy delivery executive opened up about her daily challenges, echoing similar concerns raised by Zomato’s CEO, Deepinder Goyal. She shared how tough it is to work without basic facilities like clean washrooms and drinking water, especially when delivering to malls and high-rise buildings. Her experience mirrored Goyal’s earlier post highlighting how poorly malls sometimes treat delivery workers, making them wait outside for long hours or denying them entry. She pointed out that small changes, like letting them use elevators or setting up waiting areas, could make their jobs much easier.
While their work is crucial, they often deal with disrespect and inconvenience and for instance, some high-rise buildings and malls don’t allow delivery workers to use elevators, forcing them to climb several flights of stairs. Not only does this slow down their work, but it also takes a physical toll on them, this counted as punishment to them.
In a completely different story, a man from Meerut shared his unusual way of coping with depression and unemployment. He claimed that slapping strangers on the street helped him feel better, giving him temporary relief from his emotional struggles. While his actions were shocking (and obviously not okay), they sparked a debate about the lack of affordable mental health resources, this shows how desperate people can become when they feel unsupported and unheard.
Although these stories may seem unrelated, they all point to larger societal issues. Delivery executives remind us of the need to treat gig workers with respect and improve infrastructure to make their jobs easier, inversely on the other hand, the Meerut man’s actions are a stark reminder of the growing mental health crisis in India and the urgent need for better support systems that are accessible and affordable for everyone.
