Zepto Rider Killed in Hyderabad Crash; Unions Blame Hyper-Fast Delivery Models

• Zepto delivery rider Abhishek died in a road accident on January 5 in Hyderabad after losing control of his two-wheeler and being run over by a private bus.
• The incident occurred on the busy Tolichowki–Mehdipatnam road and was captured on CCTV, showing the 25-year-old victim's tragic fall.
• The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU) criticized hyper-fast delivery models, citing high-pressure "10-minute delivery" targets as a risk to worker safety.
• TGPWU Founder President Shaik Salauddin questioned the delay in insurance and compensation for workers compared to quick project launches.
• Police have taken the bus driver into custody, registered a case, and an investigation is underway; TGPWU seeks intervention from Telangana's Labour Minister.

Why It Matters: Zepto rider's death in Hyderabad highlights critical safety risks of hyper-fast delivery models and union concerns.