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April 27, 2026 — Zomato and Blinkit hosted the third edition of EV Bazaar in New Delhi on October 9, 2025, drawing 2,500 delivery partners and over 20 EV manufacturers and ecosystem players. The event highlighted the growing momentum behind electric two-wheeler adoption in India's last-mile delivery ecosystem, aligning with the companies' long-term sustainability goals.
The third edition of EV Bazaar, held under the aegis of Zomato and Blinkit, brought together a broad cross-section of the electric vehicle supply chain — from two-wheeler manufacturers to battery-swapping startups and fleet management firms. The New Delhi event was designed not merely as a display, but as an interactive marketplace where delivery partners could test-ride electric vehicles, compare total cost of ownership, and explore financing and leasing options.
Organized at a time when India's electric two-wheeler market is expanding rapidly, the event underscored Zomato's ambition to move its delivery fleet away from internal combustion engines. Blinkit, the quick-commerce arm of the Eternal-owned group, is similarly aligned with this transition, given the high kilometric intensity of grocery and essentials delivery.
The participation of 2,500 delivery partners — a significant turnout for an industry-focused exhibition — reflects a deeper change in gig-worker attitudes toward EV adoption. Many riders attending the event were evaluating electric scooters for the first time, weighing upfront costs against long-term savings in fuel and maintenance.
EV Bazaar is not a conventional auto expo. It is a targeted initiative to accelerate the adoption of electric two-wheelers among last-mile delivery professionals, who are among the most intensive users of urban mobility. For Zomato and Blinkit, electrifying the delivery fleet is a critical part of reducing operational costs and meeting ambitious sustainability targets.
This year's edition featured more than 20 manufacturers and ecosystem partners, including leading EV two-wheeler brands, battery-as-a-service providers, and financial institutions offering tailored loan products. The presence of financing partners was particularly important, as delivery riders often face credit constraints that make EV ownership difficult. By embedding financing options directly into the event, Zomato and Blinkit removed a key friction point.
The event also served as a hands-on learning platform. Riders were able to participate in test rides, check vehicle range and battery life, and speak directly with manufacturers about after-sales service. This practical approach addresses one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption among gig workers: lack of familiarity with the technology.
Zomato has publicly committed to transitioning its entire delivery fleet to electric vehicles, with a stated goal of achieving 100% electric mobility by 2030. The EV Bazaar initiative is one of several interventions designed to make that goal tangible. Blinkit, which runs a dense network of dark stores across Indian cities, has also prioritized EV adoption for its rapid-delivery operations.
By hosting an event like EV Bazaar, the company is going beyond simply setting a target. It is actively engaging its delivery partners in the transition, offering them the tools, information, and incentives needed to switch to electric. According to company statements at the event, the group aims to have a significant share of its last-mile fleet running on electricity by 2026, with delivery partners increasingly choosing EVs based on their own economic calculations.
This focus on affordability and rider preference is a departure from top-down mandates. Rather than forcing a switch, Zomato and Blinkit are using the bazaar model to foster voluntary adoption. That approach is considered more sustainable in the long run, as riders who choose EVs on their own are more likely to maintain them properly and stay in the gig ecosystem.
The participation of leading EV manufacturers at EV Bazaar signals a growing alignment between India's electric vehicle industry and the platform economy. For manufacturers, food-delivery and quick-commerce platforms represent a high-volume channel for electric two-wheeler sales. For platforms, manufacturers bring the product diversity and price competition needed to make EV adoption attractive.
Ecosystem partners, including charging-station operators and battery-swapping firms, were equally visible at the event. Their involvement is crucial because range anxiety remains a major concern for delivery riders, who often cover 100 kilometers or more per day. Solutions such as battery swapping allow riders to exchange depleted batteries for fully charged ones in minutes, reducing downtime and addressing the lack of home-charging infrastructure in dense urban areas.
The inclusion of these partners at a single event created a one-stop environment for delivery partners to solve their end-to-end EV questions. This holistic approach is often missing in urban India, where EV policy and infrastructure development have lagged behind consumer interest.
Despite the enthusiasm at EV Bazaar, India's electric two-wheeler transition faces considerable hurdles. The initial purchase price of an electric scooter remains higher than that of a comparable petrol model, even though lower running costs can offset the premium over time. For delivery partners with irregular income, the upfront cost is a barrier that even attractive financing offers cannot fully eliminate.
Infrastructure is another concern. While charging points are growing in major cities, they are still insufficient for the scale of delivery fleets in metropolitan areas. The absence of standardized charging connectors and battery-swapping protocols can also create compatibility issues for riders who switch between vehicles.
Additionally, the resale market for electric two-wheelers is still nascent. Delivery partners who plan to upgrade or exit the profession often worry about the residual value of their EVs. Without a robust secondary market, many riders view the purchase as a risk.
These challenges are not unique to Zomato or Blinkit; they affect the entire Indian EV ecosystem. However, the sheer scale of delivery platforms — which employ hundreds of thousands of riders — gives them an outsized role in creating demand-side momentum that can pressure manufacturers and policymakers to address these gaps faster.
As of this writing, the full impact of the third EV Bazaar is still being measured, but early signals are encouraging. Several manufacturers reported on-site bookings and a surge in follow-up inquiries from delivery partners. The event also generated renewed discussions within the logistics industry about how to replicate similar models across other cities and platforms.
For Zomato and Blinkit, the bazaar is more than a one-day event. It is part of a continuous effort to mainstream electric mobility in the gig economy. Analysts suggest that if the model proves successful in Delhi, it could be expanded to other Indian metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad — each with its own delivery-network dynamics.
The broader context is equally important. India has set ambitious national targets for EV adoption, with a focus on reducing urban air pollution and cutting fuel imports. Programs such as the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme have provided early support, but private-sector initiatives like EV Bazaar are increasingly filling the gap between policy and ground-level action.
A significant shift in mindset is already visible. Delivery partners who once regarded electric scooters with skepticism are now openly seeking information about them. Employers are competing to offer better EV infrastructure to attract and retain riders. And manufacturers are designing vehicles specifically for the last-mile segment, with features such as swappable batteries, higher payload capacity, and rugged tires for Indian road conditions.
The third edition of EV Bazaar may eventually be remembered as a turning point in India’s electrification of deliveries. By bringing together riders, manufacturers, financiers, and infrastructure providers under one roof, Zomato and Blinkit demonstrated that the transition to electric last-mile mobility is not only possible but already underway.
For the delivery partners who attended, the bazaar offered more than a chance to test-ride a scooter. It offered a concrete path toward lower operating costs and stable earnings. For the broader industry, it showed that collaboration across private-sector players can accelerate the pace of clean-energy adoption far more effectively than isolated product launches or policy announcements.
As India's gig economy continues to grow, the pressure to make delivery work sustainable will only intensify. The EV Bazaar model offers a practical, market-driven solution to one of the most urgent challenges of that growth — and on October 9, 2025, 2,500 riders and 20-plus manufacturers helped bring that solution one step closer to reality.
