Uber has reported record demand for its Uber Courier and Courier XL services during the festive season, reflecting the company’s growing presence in India’s delivery market. As more consumers rely on Uber for daily and festive deliveries, the company announced plans to expand the service to over ten additional cities in 2026.
Currently available in 25 cities, Uber Courier and Courier XL have witnessed rapid adoption by offering fast and reliable delivery for gifts, essentials, and other personal items. Supported by Uber’s global technology platform, these services are transforming the way packages move across Indian cities.
“From festive gifts to daily essentials, users are trusting us with deliveries that truly count,” said Shiva Shailendran, Director for Consumer Growth, Uber India and South Asia. “The strong growth we’re seeing reflects how deeply these products are resonating with our users and how they’ve become part of everyday life.”
During the festive period, Uber Courier, the company’s fastest-growing category, recorded a sharp rise in usage for both daily and seasonal deliveries. Popular items included food, clothes, medicines, and small electronics. Deliveries peaked around Diwali and Rakhi, with the busiest hours between 11 am and 4 pm, as customers preferred daytime slots to send gifts and essentials.
The service has also created additional income opportunities for drivers, with half of all Uber Bike drivers completing Courier trips. Besides individual users, the platform has become a valuable tool for small and medium businesses, enabling them to reach customers quickly and reliably through on-demand deliveries.
Uber Courier XL, designed for larger and heavier packages, also saw strong growth during the festive season. Common items included sports gear, crockery, furniture, textiles, hardware, and large stationery orders. Deliveries for both Courier and Courier XL reached their highest levels on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays before Diwali, showing how people increasingly relied on the service for festive logistics.
With strong traction across metro cities and rising adoption in Tier II and Tier III locations, Uber Courier is rapidly expanding its presence in India’s on-demand delivery market. As consumer demand for fast and dependable delivery continues to rise, Uber, currently operating in 125 cities, remains focused on building innovative products to meet the evolving needs of Indian users.
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