A lockdown has been imposed in Sindh from 23rd March, causing millions to stay indoors including daily wagers, during the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). Considering the rise of COVID-19 cases across the country, foodpanda, stands by its heroes during this difficult time, ensuring their health and safety during the outbreak of the pandemic.

For the first time in Pakistan, foodpanda has transferred earning assistance to fleets based in cities where the operations were halted. Amidst COVID-19, the food delivery platform ensures to create awareness about the virus amongst the heroes by constantly sending them educational messages and prompts to stay cautious.

As an extra precautionary measure, an extra highly detailed infographic has been put up on rider hubs which instructs them to abide by the laws under Section 144, with handshakes and physical proximity being the core reasons for the spread of Coronavirus.

Foodpanda kept the heroes motivated by paying them a higher amount of what they earned per order previously. This step was taken in order to cover the financial loss borne by the heroes during the lockdown.-PR