Amazon India to expand Ashray rest centres network to 100 in 2025

Amazon India announced plans to expand its network of Ashray centers to 100 across India by 2025.

Ashray centres are dedicated rest stops that offer air-conditioned seating, clean drinking water, electrolytes, mobile charging points, washrooms, first-aid kits, and refreshment facilities to delivery associates across ecommerce and logistics ecosystem.

"This effort is an industry-first initiative designed to offer dedicated rest centres to delivery associates and logistics partners in high foot-fall areas," reads the release. 

Located at petrol pumps and commercial rental spaces, these centers are equipped with essential amenities. Ashray centres operate from 9 AM to 9 PM, 7 days a week all year round, offering free access to all visiting delivery associates for up to 30 minutes per visit. With a capacity to accommodate up to 15 people at any time, the centres offer convenient parking spaces as well.

Abhinav Singh, VP Operations, India & Australia at Amazon said, "The health, wellbeing and comfort of delivery associates is our top priority. Ashray centers provide air-conditioned rest areas with essential amenities like clean drinking water, first aid kits, and charging points. These facilities help delivery associates stay comfortable and safe during their busy schedules. Opening these facilities to all delivery associates across ecommerce and logistics ecosystem, supports the entire logistics community and reflects our commitment to raising industry standards. We are encouraged by the response we have seen so far and are committed to expanding this initiative to 100 such centres across India."