E-commerce will help MSMEs clear stock: Flipkart

By

Maverick Martins

Published
Apr 27, 2020

Walmart-owned Flipkart has stated that gradual opening of delivery of non-essential goods through e-commerce will help meet consumer demands and help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) clear their stock amid the nationwide lockdown.
 

Currently, e-commerce firms are allowed to deliver only essential goods during the ongoing lockdown until May 3, as millions shelter in their homes to stem the spread of the coronavirus outbreak.
 
"Consumers have shown great restraint during the lockdown, and there is a need to support their requirements. Further, a gradual opening up of delivery of non-essential goods through e-commerce will help meet consumer needs, which include items that will enable them to work from home, stay in touch with others and also address the rising temperature across the country," the spokesperson said.

"E-commerce can also support in easing the burden of piled up inventory of MSMEs and help in the delivery of these products to consumers in a safe and secure way while following the robust safety SOPs (standard operating procedures)," the spokesperson added
 
Last week, the government eased some restrictions and allowed some businesses including non-essential good stores to open in rural areas and special economic zones, while following social distancing and other guidelines.