Uber, the global ride-hailing giant who effortlessly links drivers to passengers, has announced the launch of Uber Delivery in Lahore and Islamabad amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
With the current preventive steps being taken in different cities of Pakistan due to the danger of COVID-19, there is a desperate need for basic foodstuffs, medicines, and need products for people observing social distance at home.
Uber Delivery has allowed Uber partner drivers to take delivery orders of a certain cash value which, in addition to bringing convenience, also provides drivers with an opportunity to earn revenue during these economically turbulent times.
In addition, the organization has directed the partner-drivers to take standard safety and sanitation steps during and after delivery, in compliance with the guidelines provided by local authorities, and the quality of the delivery service will also be subject to their mandate.
Regarding this initiative, Uber Pakistan’s GM Saad N. Pall commented,
In these difficult times, we are trying our best to prioritize the safety and well-being of the communities we operate in,” He further added, “Basic necessities from local convenience stores will be delivered to the doorstep via the new Uber Delivery option in the app. With this initiative, we intend to offer our services to bring some degree of ease and play our part in standing strong to help contain the spread of the virus, whilst providing drivers on the platform with an earning opportunity.
Uber has endeavored to create multiple economic opportunities that benefit both drivers and riders alike. By adding Uber Delivery to its range of services, the company continues to work towards providing convenient mobility solutions, as well as increasing income opportunities for drivers, especially during these test times.
