Online food delivery incidents often spark debates on the internet, and a recent video has gained significant attention, raising concerns about payment practices in the industry. The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows a Swiggy delivery boy dragging a food bag on the street, claiming that he was paid only ₹35 for delivering an order over 6.2 kilometers. His visible frustration and the video have led to a new conversation on social media about the fairness of compensation in the food delivery sector.
The Controversy: Low Payment for Long Delivery
According to the claims made by the delivery boy in the video, the payment for his 6.2 km delivery was insufficient, which led to his visible anger. The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the account @Nalanda_index, shows the delivery bag being dragged along the road, though it is unclear whether the bag contained food at that moment. Regardless, the delivery boy’s reaction has shocked many social media users and sparked a debate about whether such low payments are fair, given the effort and distance involved.
₹35 for 6.2 km isn’t pay it’s exploitation.🤡
A Swiggy rider exposed the real math of the gig economy: petrol eats the payout, risk eats the body, and the algorithm walks away clean.
Cheap convenience for customers, crushing costs for workers.
If this feels normal, the system is… pic.twitter.com/JkQE9GqLOd— The Nalanda Index (@Nalanda_index) February 14, 2026
Social Media Debate Heats Up
As the video spread across platforms, reactions poured in from all sides. Some users expressed their support for the delivery boy, pointing out that the rising cost of fuel, especially oil prices, makes ₹35 for a 6.2 km delivery inadequate. They questioned the fairness of such low wages, given the physical effort and the rising costs of living. Several others took to social media to criticize Swiggy for not offering more reasonable pay to delivery personnel for long-distance deliveries.
On the other hand, some individuals defended the company’s policies, suggesting that if the delivery boy was dissatisfied with the payment, he should have opted out of the job. This response led to further discussions on the ethics of gig economy work and the pressures faced by delivery workers.
Company Response and Industry Concerns
As this incident continues to circulate, it shines a light on the broader issue of fair wages for gig economy workers, particularly in the food delivery sector. While Swiggy has yet to issue an official response, the viral video has brought public attention to the working conditions and payment models for delivery personnel. The controversy has prompted many to call for better pay structures and a more transparent approach to compensating workers for their time and effort.
The viral video of the Swiggy delivery boy’s frustration highlights the ongoing challenges faced by gig economy workers. It raises important questions about fairness, compensation, and working conditions in the food delivery industry. As this debate unfolds, it is clear that more attention needs to be paid to the working conditions of those who play a vital role in the growing online food delivery business.
Disclaimer: The Bharat Post does not verify the claims made in this video, as it is viral on social media.
