E-commerce major Amazon India on Monday announced the expansion of its flagship ‘Project Ashray’ initiative, launching 40 new Ashray centres for delivery partners in collaboration with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL).
With this addition, Amazon now operates 65 Ashray centres across 13 cities, including 24 in Delhi-NCR, and aims to set up 100 centres nationwide by the end of 2025.
Ashray centres for delivery Partners associates, offering air-conditioned seating, clean drinking water, washrooms, mobile charging points, and first-aid kits. Each centre operates from 9 AM to 9 PM, seven days a week, providing free access to all visiting delivery associates for up to 30 minutes per visit.
“These Ashray centres address the everyday challenges delivery partners face while navigating bustling traffic and extreme weather conditions,” said Salim Memon, Director, Amazon Operations, India.
Notably, the facilities are not limited to Amazon’s delivery partners alone. Associates across the broader e-commerce and logistics ecosystem can also avail these amenities. Located strategically at petrol pumps and commercial rental spaces, the centres are designed to ensure safety, comfort, and inclusivity for delivery personnel.
The expansion comes as Amazon gears up for the festive season, having recently announced the creation of over 150,000 seasonal work opportunities across its operations network.
