Hundreds of anonymous donors in Delhi are sending food and water to CJP protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar [1].
This grassroots support highlights a growing trend of digital philanthropy where citizens use commercial infrastructure to sustain political demonstrations. By leveraging delivery platforms, supporters can provide material aid without physically entering the protest site or revealing their identities.
The donors, referred to as "Delhiites," utilized delivery partners from Zomato and Swiggy to coordinate the logistics [1], [2]. The deliveries include a variety of refreshments and meals such as chai, samosas, biryani, and pizza [1]. Water has also been included in the shipments to ensure protesters remain hydrated during their gathering [2].
Organizers and participants at Jantar Mantar have received these items throughout the protest. The donors have chosen to remain anonymous, focusing on the act of support rather than individual recognition [2].
Jantar Mantar has long served as a primary site for public demonstrations in the Indian capital. The use of app-based delivery services represents a modern shift in how protest logistics are managed, moving from centralized community kitchens to decentralized, individual contributions. This method allows a wider network of supporters to participate in the movement from their homes or workplaces.
“Hundreds of anonymous donors in Delhi are sending food and water to CJP protesters.”
The use of Zomato and Swiggy to sustain the CJP protest illustrates the intersection of the gig economy and political activism. By bypassing traditional supply chains, supporters can provide immediate, scalable aid that is difficult for authorities to disrupt or trace back to specific individuals, effectively crowdsourcing the logistics of the demonstration.
