Blinkit, a leading quick-commerce platform, has launched a truly special offering for its users this Independence Day. For the first time, Blinkit customers can own a piece of history with exclusive replicas of the August 15, 1947 edition of The Hindu newspaper — India’s very first editorial announcement of independence.
This collectible edition celebrates the moment India woke up to freedom, and Blinkit is making it available with an impressive promise of delivery within 10 minutes in major metros like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai. However, the offering is limited to only 5,000 copies across these cities, making it a rare and cherished keepsake.
Blinkit founder and CEO Albinder Dhindsa shared the announcement with pride, highlighting how surreal it felt to bring such a historic artifact into modern hands amid the speed of quick commerce, especially timed around India’s Independence Day celebrations.
What Customers Are Saying
The response from Blinkit’s users has been enthusiastic and positive. Many have hailed the initiative as both “brilliant” and “out of the box”:
- One customer remarked, “Really out of box thinking, Albinder Dhindsa and team, just ordered the copy!”
- Another applauded it as, “An amazing gift to the nation. Brilliant idea, well executed. Also learnt more about aviation in India back then.”
Beyond these, many people have already begun ordering the historic newspaper edition, eager to own a tangible connection to India’s founding moments.
A Glimpse Into The Hindu’s Landmark August 15, 1947 Edition
The Hindu, one of India’s most respected newspapers, delivered an iconic edition on the morning of August 15, 1947, chronicling India’s dawn of independence from British rule. It featured powerful editorials reflecting the monumental occasion, articles by stalwarts of the freedom movement, and a sense of hope that reverberated across the nation.
Access to this rare reprint offers a meaningful reflection on India’s journey and heritage, making it more than just a newspaper — it’s a piece of collective memory delivered to your doorstep with modern lightning speed.
Blinkit Continues Its Innovation with Rakhi Ordering for NRIs
In addition to commemorating independence, Blinkit is also pushing convenience for festive celebrations. The platform recently launched a special feature allowing NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) to order Rakhi and gifts from abroad, with delivery across India in just 10 minutes. This service covers countries including the USA, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, France, and Japan, making it easier for Indians living abroad to connect with their families during Raksha Bandhan.
This feature underlines Blinkit’s role in blending tradition with technology, ensuring cultural bonds are maintained effortlessly, regardless of distance.
Blinkit’s Continued Growth and Market Milestones
The platform has seen record-breaking order volumes, especially during festive periods, hitting peaks like 693 Rakhis ordered per minute on Raksha Bandhan recently, showing strong consumer trust and adoption.
Alongside product innovations like fast delivery of prescription medicines launched in Bengaluru, Blinkit is scaling rapidly while aiming to serve millions across India’s urban centers with impressive speed and reliability.
Blinkit’s Blend of Heritage, Innovation, and Festive Joy
By delivering India’s first independence day newspaper replica and enabling fast Rakhi gifting from overseas, Blinkit is offering more than just groceries—it’s delivering emotion, culture, and convenience in one seamless experience.
This unique mix of honoring history and embracing modern-day quick commerce is resonating deeply with customers, who appreciate the innovative spirit and the ability to celebrate moments that matter, enriched by the platform’s lightning-fast delivery ethos.
As Blinkit continues to push the envelope in quick commerce, it not only strengthens its market position but also helps billions of Indians connect with their heritage and loved ones, no matter where they are.
