SALEM: In a pioneering initiative aimed at enhancing passenger convenience, the Salem division of Southern Railway has awarded a contract to quick-commerce platform Blinkit to facilitate rapid delivery of essential items at major railway stations in the division.
By integrating hyper-local quick-commerce logistics with railway operations, the initiative seeks to provide seamless access to critical products without disrupting passengers’ travel plans, according to railway officials. A senior railway official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told TOI, “This collaboration represents a major step towards modernising passenger services and station infrastructure. The service is expected to address a long-standing challenge faced by travellers who are unable to buy essential items during short stoppages. By leveraging quick-commerce logistics, we aim to ensure that travellers can conveniently access essential items during their journey without compromising their schedule or safety.”