Zomato Delivery Boy Works 6 Hours on Diwali, Earns Only Rs. 317/-
A Zomato delivery partner from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has captured social media attention with a video showing his earnings after working on Diwali night.
A Zomato delivery partner from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has captured social media attention with a video showing his earnings after working on Diwali night. Ritik Tomar, who worked from 5 pm to 11 pm on October 31, 2024, recorded his journey delivering food orders and shared it on Instagram under the handle @ritiktomar767.
In his video, Ritik documented every delivery he completed during his six-hour shift. He managed to deliver a total of 8 orders, earning around ?317/- in total. Ritik posted the video on November 1, 2024, with the caption “Zomato job in Diwali.” As of November 7, the video has gained about 40 lakh views, over 1.56 lakh likes, 1,541 comments, and 5,000 shares.
The video’s comment section is filled with praise for Ritik’s dedication and hard work, even on a festive day like Diwali. Many viewers commented on how Diwali isn’t the same for everyone, with some people celebrating joyously while others, like Ritik, work to earn their livelihood. Several users urged people to treat delivery workers with respect and even suggested tipping them, even if delivery charges are included in the bill.
Some commenters also requested Zomato to consider increasing delivery wages and providing a fuel allowance for workers like Ritik.
While Ritik currently works as a delivery partner, he dreams of becoming a social media influencer. He frequently shares videos of his daily life on Instagram to pursue his passion.
Ritik’s story is a reminder of the hard work many people put in, even during festivals, and highlights the importance of showing appreciation for essential service workers.
