Swiggy Instamart, the Indian quick-commerce platform, reportedly experienced a technical glitch that resulted in unprecedented cash discounts being offered to users. The incident came to light through a viral Reddit post. Understandably, this sparked considerable intrigue and interest in the online community. The post sparked quite a lot of speculation about whether the offer was legitimate or if it was just another marketing gimmick to drive engagement. See the post below!
Swiggy Instamart Gives Users ₹5 Lakh Free Cash To Users
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The screenshot shared on the website featured a screenshot of the quick-commerce platform message that read: “Enjoy ₹5,00,000 free cash, applied on your order above ₹199.” According to various user reports, the surprise discounts ranged from ₹4,000 to ₹5,00,000.
A number of customers successfully placed and received orders using these unexpected credits. The situation garnered significant attention when Swiggy allegedly contacted recipients after delivery, requesting the return of items purchased during the apparent system error.
The authenticity of the substantial discounts was questioned by some users who suspected a marketing ploy. However, the original poster maintained that all shared screenshots were genuine, with corroborating accounts from other users.
This Is How Netizens Reacted To The Post On Reddit
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The Reddit thread sparked considerable discussion, with users sharing diverse experiences. Whilst some reported receiving substantial discounts, others mentioned more modest amounts of ₹40-100.
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One theory that emerged suggested a probability error in Swiggy’s offer deployment system, which was later corrected, resulting in subsequent users receiving smaller discounts. One participant shared that their friend had successfully received and utilised a ₹4,000 discount.
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The incident prompted various emotional responses from the community. Some users expressed disappointment at missing out on the larger discounts, with one lamenting in Hindi, “I feel like crying, bro, slept the whole day,” suggesting they had missed the opportunity while sleeping.
Another user noted they could only see a ₹50 discount on their account.
What things would you have ordered if you had received such a hefty credit? Let us know in the comments section below!
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