How Internet Helped A Zomato Delivery Man Buy A Bike
It all started when a person tweeted a picture of a delivery executive, who uses a bicycle as a mode of transport. What surprised the user was the fact that his order arrived well within time despite the scorching heat.
In a refreshing turn of events, a fundraising campaign on social media has helped a Zomato delivery agent buy a bike. It all started when a person tweeted a picture of a delivery executive, who uses a bicycle as a mode of transport. What surprised the user was the fact that his order arrived well within time despite the scorching heat.
After a brief conversation, the person found out that Durga Meena, 31, is a teacher, who lost his job during the pandemic. And, he is delivering food for the past four months. “During COVID-19, Mr Meena lost his job in a school. And, he was talking with me in English.”
Well, it doesn’t end here. Mr Meena has completed his graduation. He wants to pursue a master’s degree course. Mr Meena was also trying to save money for a laptop, to teach students online, and for a bike, to make his job at Zomato easier.
“I don’t have time to breathe after delivering 10 to 12 orders a day on a bicycle. If I had a bike, it would make things much easier for me,” he said.
After finding out what all Mr Meena needs to purchase a bike, the user decided to “raise crowdfunding of 75k”. Making an appeal on the social media platform, he wrote, “Guys, I want to raise crowdfunding of 75k. I know it’s a huge amount but if this reaches 75k people and each person gives one rupee we can fulfil his wish of having a bike.”
And, within just four hours, the goal was achieved. Take a look at the bike Mr Meena will ride now.
People have praised the heartwarming gesture on the micro-blogging platform.
“That’s the power of social media,” read one of the comments.
A few wished good luck to Mr Meena for his future.
Social media can surprise you on any given day. And, this moving Twitter thread provides ample evidence.
