Bengaluru: A Bengaluru-based software developer, Sunny R Gupta, recently shared his surprise at receiving a laptop from Flipkart in just 13 minutes, a post that quickly went viral. Sunny ordered the laptop via Flipkart Minutes, a new rapid-delivery service, and his experience garnered widespread attention online. As a gesture of appreciation, Flipkart sent him a laptop bag after his tweet received millions of views.
Hello everyone,
I wanted to take a moment to address the recent buzz around my posts about receiving a laptop delivery within 13 minutes from Flipkart. I want to clarify that this was not a marketing stunt or a planned promotion.
As some of you know, I run a small meetup group…
— Sunny R Gupta (@sunnykgupta) August 25, 2024
Quick Delivery Sparks Online Buzz
Sunny’s post on X (formerly Twitter) detailed his experience, explaining that the delivery time was unexpected and not part of any promotional activity. While browsing for a Windows laptop, Sunny noticed Flipkart’s 15-minute delivery option and decided to give it a try. The laptop was delivered in just 13 minutes, surprising him enough to share the moment on social media, where it went viral overnight.
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Flipkart’s Gesture of Appreciation
Sunny later clarified that his viral post wasn’t a planned marketing stunt but a spontaneous reaction to the fast delivery. Following the post’s success, Flipkart’s marketing team reached out to offer him a laptop bag in appreciation of the attention his story brought to their service.
Flipkart Minutes and the Rise of Quick Commerce
Flipkart recently launched its quick-commerce service, Flipkart Minutes, in select areas of Bengaluru. This service aims to deliver not only everyday essentials but also high-end gadgets like laptops, setting it apart from competitors like Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto. The service also offers competitive pricing, with products priced approximately 10% lower than rival platforms.
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