Only Much Louder and Flipkart UPI Are Here to Save Your Commute: ₹1 Auto Rickshaw Rides Take Over Bengaluru!

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Imagine breezing through Bengaluru’s traffic in an auto rickshaw, paying just ₹1 for the ride, and not even breaking a sweat about carrying cash. Sounds too good to be true? Well, Only Much Louder (OML), the creative powerhouse, has teamed up with Flipkart UPI to make this a reality – and TheGlitz explores further.

This genius move, which kicked off on September 20, has transformed the city’s urban commute in the quirkiest way possible, offering auto rides across Bengaluru for the jaw-dropping price of, you guessed it, ₹1. And if you thought it was just another marketing gimmick, think again. The campaign is part of the much-anticipated Big Billion Days (which hit the ground running on September 26, 2024), bringing a blend of practicality and fun to your daily grind.

Digital Payments: A Breeze in Bengaluru Traffic

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So, what’s at the heart of this campaign? Sure, it’s the ₹1 ride that’s making headlines, but there’s more to the story. Flipkart UPI, through this campaign, is looking to ease the pain points of commuters while simultaneously making digital payments as natural as taking a deep breath—something that’s much needed in Bengaluru’s infamous traffic. Think about it: congested roads, auto drivers who often prefer cash, and the mad rush of peak office hours. Enter OML’s brilliant strategy. They’ve turned this into an opportunity to seamlessly integrate Flipkart UPI into the lives of stressed-out commuters, and the results have been nothing short of spectacular.

Bengaluru’s local auto-rickshaws, which are often at the center of commuting woes, were equipped with Flipkart’s UPI payment system to make your ride not only easy on the wallet but also super convenient. And to sweeten the deal, every UPI transaction comes with a cashback of up to ₹11. Yes, you read that right—getting paid to pay digitally! It’s almost like OML and Flipkart sat down and asked, “How can we make the daily commute feel like winning the lottery?”

The Masterminds Behind the ₹1 Ride Revolution


Pankaj Malani, SVP of Revenue at Only Much Louder, nailed it when he said, “Navigating Bengaluru’s traffic during peak hours while finding auto rickshaws that accept digital payments can often feel like winning the lottery.” OML wasn’t about to let that slide. Recognizing the demand for digital ease, they teamed up with Flipkart and came up with this brilliant plan, showcasing Flipkart UPI as a game-changer for everyday commuters.

The initiative wasn’t just a quick-fix solution—it was a movement to simplify the lives of the city’s residents and make digital transactions as routine as your morning chai.

Billboards, Witty Ads, and the Power of Social Media


OML didn’t stop at just putting UPI systems in rickshaws—they took the streets of Bengaluru by storm with a cheeky outdoor advertising blitz. Witty banners popped up in all the right places, making sure no one missed the memo about the ₹1 rides. And Bengaluru noticed.

Social media, of course, went wild. Within hours of launching, the campaign started trending at #2 on X (formerly known as Twitter), because why wouldn’t it? Auto rides for ₹1 are bound to get people talking. Influencers jumped on the bandwagon, sharing their experiences and adding even more fuel to the social media fire. This wasn’t just a campaign—it was a viral moment.

Commuters Cash In (Literally!)


The real magic happened on the ground. Auto-rickshaw drivers equipped with Flipkart UPI systems were booked solid as commuters rushed to take advantage of the offer. In just an hour, several rides were booked, solving two major headaches: the struggle of finding autos during peak hours and the constant nuisance of having to carry cash.

This campaign didn’t just change the way people got around; it made commuting fun again, all while promoting the convenience and ease of digital payments.

The Verdict?


OML and Flipkart UPI have pulled off the ultimate commuting hack—₹1 rides, digital payments, and cashback offers all wrapped up in one genius campaign. It’s safe to say Bengaluru’s daily grind just got a whole lot easier, and with the Big Billion Days in full swing, it’s the perfect time to cash in on the fun.

So, if you’re in Bengaluru and haven’t hitched a ₹1 ride yet, what are you waiting for? Trust us—this is the kind of commute you don’t want to miss!

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