Zomato on Monday, March 10, announced the launch of "Women Riding Centers" for women in collaboration with Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The centers in Mumbi aim to empower women and provide them with opportunities.
This initiative facilitates two-wheeler riding training for women and the first centre was inaugurated in Mulund by Dr. Bhushan Gagrani, I.A.S., Municipal Commissioner, BMC. He also felicitated top-performing women delivery partners of Zomato in the city.
Zomato said it will collaborate with national and local organizations. They will also be providing guidance to explore and understand the available EV-bike options for interested participants.
additionally, Zomato will also provide training on navigating cities and using smartphones, as well as communication skills, according to media reports.
The food delivering will start training through physical centers in several cities, including Ahmedabad and Mumbai. Zomato said the centers aim to empower women and break old stereotypes about them.
It is part of Zomato’s livelihood program for women breaking gender barriers and empowering women by providing them with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive in the logistics sector. Their goal is to facilitate the training of 10,000 women for roles across Zomato-affiliated companies.