Flipkart Speeds Up Dark Store Deployment in ‘Bharat’ Expansion
Flipkart’s quick-commerce arm, Flipkart Minutes, has scaled its operations to 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers (dark stores) covering over 8,000 pincodes across 130+ cities. The platform is currently adding 100 new stores per month, aiming to reach 1,500 locations by the end of 2026. This expansion intensifies competition with established players like Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart.
Order Volumes Grow 5X Driven by Gen Z Demographics
Flipkart Minutes reported a 5x year-on-year growth in order volumes, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets registering a 42-fold scale increase. Gen Z consumers represent over 40% of the customer base, driving demand for product expansions beyond standard groceries. The service now offers quick delivery for consumer electronics, beauty products, home utilities, and fashion accessories.
