After Hyderabad, Mahindra Logistics launches 24x7 free emergency cabs in Kolkata

April 13, 2020: After launching its free service in Hyderabad, Mahindra Logistics (MLL), the 3PL solution provider, announced that its enterprise mobility business, Alyte will provide emergency cab services for those affected by the Covid-19 pandemic in Kolkata.

Alyte will provide these services through a dedicated fleet focused on senior citizens, disabled individuals, expecting mothers etc., who are unable to secure transport for essential services like shopping essentials & medication, visits to Banks, Post offices and periodic medical visits. They will also provide these services to doctors, nurses and others involved in providing essential services. Interested groups may contact Mahindra Logistics’ dedicated helpline to access the same.

The service started today in the city and will operate 24x7 in close collaboration with Bidhannagar Commissionarate, within the limits of Kolkata, Howrah and Hoogly.

Rampraveen Swaminathan, managing director and CEO, Mahindra Logistics Ltd. said, "These are difficult and unprecedented times for our society. It requires a combined effort from all the stakeholders to combat the crisis. Government has been taking commendable actions to fight this and with the support from the Kolkata police, we will continue to support these efforts in all the possible manner. During this period, we have found that people are struggling with transport during emergency requirements. This service will help provide a solution with cars which meet all our standards of hygiene, sanitization and safety. We encourage members of the community to maintain strict social distancing and venture out only when absolutely required."