In 2025, India's Quick Commerce market will see increased competition as American giants Amazon and Flipkart challenge established players like Blikit and Swiggy. Amazon's "Tez" and Flipkart's "Minutes" are rapidly expanding, focusing on rapid delivery with innovative approaches, dark stores, and partnerships with logistics firms.
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