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Hyperlocal delivery startup Magicpin has launched magicNOW, a food delivery service that promises deliveries within 15 minutes, amid growing competition in instant delivery.
According to the company, the service completed its pilot phase between November 14 and December 15 and will be initially launched in six Indian cities.
The company will offer fast food delivery within a 1.5 to 2 km radius to ensure freshness and quality. The service will first launch in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi-NCR, and Pune.
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The service aims to keep food fresh by delivering within a 1.5-2 km radius and partnering directly with restaurants, instead of using dark stores, the company said in a statement.
Anshoo Sharma, cofounder and CEO of magicpin, said, “Our mission with magicNOW is to only deliver fresh food prepared by the restaurants and not operate via any dark stores, hence to maintain freshness and cuisine integrity, service is dedicated only to food delivery and will operate only within a 1.5-2 km radius of the consumer for 15 minutes quick delivery."
About Magicpin
Founded in 2016 by Anshoo Sharma and Brij Bhushan, Magicpin is an online platform that helps users find nearby restaurants, fashion stores, spas, and fitness centers.
Magicpin partners with restaurants that offer quick service and dishes with minimal preparation time. It has partnered with over 2,000 brands like chaayos, Faasos, Wendy’s, Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, and over 1,000 local restaurants.
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