Swiggy, a popular food delivery platform, has introduced a new feature called 'Fasting Mode' that allows users to pause food notifications while they observe a fast. The feature is designed to be flexible and can be turned on or off anytime from the Swiggy app.

Fasting mode for different occasions

Swiggy launched the feature on Monday, starting with Ramzan and extending to other fasting periods such as Navratri. According to the company, the mode ensures that users are not disturbed during fasting hours while keeping the platform available whenever they need it.

"Users can switch Fasting Mode on or off anytime from the Swiggy app. Once activated, food notifications will be paused between Suhoor (pre-dawn) and 4 PM for all users observing fasting during Ramzan. Notifications automatically resume after fasting hours, without users having to turn them back on," Swiggy stated.

This feature will be available throughout the year, covering various fasting occasions and giving users better control over their notifications.

Swiggy expands food delivery to 100 railway stations

In another move to enhance the user experience, Swiggy has expanded its food delivery service to 100 railway stations across 20 states in India. The company announced this initiative in partnership with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC).

Swiggy aims to make train travel more convenient by offering a variety of meal options to passengers.

"Train journeys are an integral part of India's culture, and food plays a central role in that experience. Expanding Swiggy Food on Trains to 100 stations allows us to serve passengers with greater convenience and access to a diverse range of meals from across the country," Deepak Maloo, Vice President, Swiggy Food Marketplace, said.

Swiggy partnered with IRCTC in March 2024 to provide food delivery on trains. The company plans to expand this service to more railway stations in the coming months, making train travel more enjoyable with better food options.

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