Foodpanda insures 1,000 riders under Green Delta partnership
Foodpanda Bangladesh, the country's leading online food and grocery delivery platform, has partnered with Green Delta Insurance PLC to provide free accidental insurance cover to 1,000 top-performing riders across the country.
The initiative, entitled 'Panda Riders Personal Accidental Insurance', aims to ensure financial protection for riders in case of accidental death or disability. The selected riders were chosen for their consistent dedication and service, particularly during the recent rainy season.
Under the insurance plan, riders or their families will receive up to Tk 1 lakh for injuries resulting in death or permanent total disability and Tk 50,000 for partial disabilities.
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Commenting on the initiative, Mukitur Khan, Head of Logistics at foodpanda Bangladesh, said: 'foodpanda riders are a vital part of our ecosystem. Through this insurance plan, we aim to prioritise their well-being and safety by supporting their efforts and providing them with financial security.'
The partnership reflects foodpanda's continued commitment to improving rider welfare and promoting a safer, more supportive working environment within Bangladesh's growing gig economy.
