22/08/2025
Distributors vs Quick Commerce
How India’s FMCG distributors are pushing back against the rise of quick-commerce giants.
Antitrust Alarm Raised
Distributors filed a petition with the CCI, accusing platforms like Zepto and Blinkit of deep discounting and predatory pricing.
FDI Rule Concerns
They argue quick-commerce dark store models violate FDI norms by blending marketplace and inventory control.
Calls for Price Floors
AICPDF wants price floors—10% on FMCG and 2–3% on non-FMCG—to curb destructive discount wars.
Protecting Traditional Trade
They warn quick-commerce disrupts the livelihoods of millions of kiranas and distributors across India.
Brands Support Kiranas
FMCG companies like ITC, Coca-Cola, Nestlé, and Dabur are boosting margins, tools, and programs to empower general trade.
Regulatory Watch Alerts
Quick-commerce platforms face growing scrutiny—from hygiene lapses to antitrust probes—as distributors press for oversight.
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