BLive, India’s fastest-growing e-mobility platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Awign, India’s largest work-as-a-service platform, which works with leading companies across industries. This collaboration aims to onboard 10,000 riders for BLive’s EV Rental Programme over the next 12 months, revolutionizing last-mile delivery in India.
Awign, known for its innovative work fulfillment solutions, specializes in streamlining work processes, ensuring high-quality outputs, and managing costs effectively for large organizations. With a community of over 1.5 Million gig workers, Awign collaborates with leading enterprises in sectors including Automotive, Retail, FMCG, Education, Manufacturing, Construction, Pharmaceuticals and more.
This partnership with BLive offers gig workers access to affordable and sustainable electric vehicles (EVs), transforming the last-mile delivery ecosystem. BLive’s EZY EV Rental Programme eliminates financial hurdles, offering flexible rental terms and low weekly rates starting at just Rs 1,500. The “Rent to Own” model allows riders to own their EVs after 36 months, supporting sustainability and economic independence.
Industry surveys indicate that 77 percent of last-mile delivery riders favor EVs for their environmental benefits, though financial barriers remain. BLive’s initiative addresses these issues, providing competitive rates for wider EV adoption. By partnering with leading brands like TVS, Ather, Bounce, and Revolt, BLive ensures top-tier electric vehicles that offer significant savings on fuel expenses, including insurance and maintenance.
Riders on the BLive EZY platform can acquire EV with minimal deposits, without the requirement for CIBIL check.
The program includes comprehensive insurance, roadside assistance, and extended warranties, ensuring reliable service. Additionally, gig workers benefit from significant fuel cost savings and the chance to contribute to a sustainable future.
Samarth Kholkar, CEO and Co-Founder of BLive, expressed optimism about the partnership, stating, “This collaboration with Awign marks a significant milestone for BLive. Our EZY EV Rental Programme has been instrumental in reducing the financial barriers for delivery workers, and this partnership will further accelerate the adoption of electric mobility in India. Together with Awign, we are committed to transforming last-mile delivery and promoting sustainable practices.”
Mr. Gurpreet Singh,Co-founder and CBO of Awign, commented, “At Awign, we have been actively working in the space of sustainable mobility and related technologies for a while now. From deploying charger installation infrastructure across India to now onboarding 10,000 riders for BLive’s EZY EV Rental Programme, we continue to work towards operational excellence as well as sustainability. “
The partnership between BLive and Awign aims to accelerate electric mobility adoption among gig workers, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Deploying 10,000 electric bikes within the next 12 months, BLive and Awign seek to set a new standard for sustainability and economic empowerment in the gig economy.
