Man spends Rs 42.3 lakh, biryani most-preferred dish, and more: How India ordered on Swiggy in 2023

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Swiggy Insights

Swiggy, a food delivery platform, has unveiled comprehensive insights into its business operations through a detailed report. This report sheds light on the specifics of how, what, and where food enthusiasts placed orders for their favourite dishes. Let's delve into some key highlights from the report.

Prolific Ordering Cities

A user from Mumbai set a staggering record by placing food orders worth Rs 42.3 lakh. Chennai, Delhi, and Hyderabad emerged as the cities with the most prolific users on Swiggy, each boasting accounts with over 10,000 orders.

Need for More Dishes

Despite the extensive variety of 6,64,46,312 unique dishes available on Swiggy's menu nationwide, 5,028 users who searched for 'Swiggy' and 1,682 users who searched for 'order' failed to find any relevant results.

Grand Party Hosting

Jhansi took the lead in grand party hosting, with a user placing an order for a whopping 269 items.

Pizza Extravaganza

Bhubaneswar witnessed a pizza frenzy as a household ordered a remarkable 207 pizzas in a single day, exemplifying the platform's capacity to cater to large-scale events.

Festive Favorites

During Durga Pujo, Gulab Jamuns surpassed Roshogollas in popularity, with over 7.7 million orders, showcasing regional preferences during festive seasons.

Veg Delights of Navaratri

Masala Dosa emerged as a consistent favourite in vegetarian orders throughout the nine days of Navaratri, reflecting cultural and regional culinary inclinations.

Biryani Reigns Supreme

Biryani continued its dominance as the most-ordered dish for the eighth consecutive year, with India ordering a remarkable 2.5 biryanis per second in 2023.

Gourmet and Guiltfree  Trends

Swiggy Guiltfree witnessed a surge in popularity, with over 2.1 million orders for sugar-free desserts, and a notable 146% increase in vegan orders, reflecting a shift towards healthier and mindful dining choices.

Swiggy One and One  Lite Savings

Swiggy One and One Lite users collectively saved over Rs 900 crore in 2023, with a single Swiggy One user saving Rs 6.98 lakh through free deliveries, discounts, and other benefits.

Delivery Heroes and Sustainable Practices

Swiggy's delivery partners covered an impressive 166.42 million green kilometers using electric vehicles and cycles, contributing to sustainable and eco-friendly delivery practices. Individual delivery partners, such as Venkatasen and Santhini, stood out with remarkable order counts, emphasizing their crucial role in the Swiggy ecosystem. Additionally, a delivery partner went the extra mile, covering 45.5 km to deliver fast food.