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What is the point of using Dabbawalas?

What is the point of using Dabbawalas?

The Dabbawala services are required in Mumbai due to the following reasons:
1- In Mumbai, the offices are situated far away from offices. So the people have to start very early in morning and by that time the food may not be ready.
2- The Mumbai local trains are so crowded in morning that it is not possible to carry lunch box with them.
3- Even if people leave home with lunch, it will get colder by the actual lunch time.
4- Due to health reasons, many people can not eat out-side food; so they have to avail services of Dabbawala to eat healthy home made food.

How dabbawalas became the world’s best food delivery system?

How dabbawalas became the world’s best food delivery system?

One of the most popular ideas in India is the tiffin lunchbox. The modest lunch box originated as a handmade lunch that was delivered to office workers who couldn’t go home for their noon meal.
Large round metal tins tare used to deliver the lunches. They are frequently prepared at home by family, not only to avoid pricey restaurants but also because many people like what they are accustomed to and frequently have a fear of being sick from other foods.

Dabbawalas became the world’s best food delivery system by following practices:
1-  Keepings operation simple
2- Lower delivery fees
3- Consistency in work
4- Error free delivery
5- Lower operating costs