Amazon Reaches 4,500 Feet for Delivery in Uttarakhand
February 20, 2024 | by indiatoday360.com
Amazon , the global e-commerce giant, has achieved a new milestone in India by delivering packages to a remote village in Uttarakhand at 4,500 feet above sea level. The company has become the first and only e-commerce company to deliver packages to Maharishi Ashram at Gajoli, situated in the Himalayan mountain range .
The ashram area is devoid of stores or delivery services, making it difficult and time-consuming to get essential supplies. The residents of Gajoli village and the ashram visitors depend on Amazon deliveries for various products, including electronic items, clothing, and even chocolates.
To reach this challenging destination, Amazon’s delivery associates use motorbikes to navigate narrow bridges and hairpin turns for 25 kilometres. Then they trek on foot for another 3 kilometres with the packages strapped to their backs. They also have to deal with unpredictable weather conditions, mudslides, and thin air.
Despite these obstacles, the delivery associates are motivated by the joy and gratitude of the customers. Niteesh Kumar, one of the delivery associates, says, “Delivering packages in this terrain is often very difficult. But the difficulties that I face along the journey are worthwhile when I see the smiles on the faces of our customers. It makes me very happy!”
Amazon started delivering packages to Gajoli and the ashram in 2019 when it established its Delivery Service Partner station in Uttarkashi. The company follows safety protocols and ensures that the deliveries are completed by 1 p.m. every day.
This is not the first time that Amazon has innovated its delivery methods in India. The company has also used rivers and backwaters to transport packages in some regions. It has also partnered with local entrepreneurs to expand its trucking network across the country.
Amazon’s delivery service in Uttarakhand is a testament to its customer obsession and commitment to serving the varied needs of its customers across India. By reaching new heights of delivery excellence, Amazon is bringing convenience and happiness to remote corners of the country.
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