Zomato and Blinkit reported record delivery numbers on New Year's Eve, with over 75 lakh orders delivered by 4.5 lakh partners across India. CEO Deepinder Goyal stated that operations proceeded smoothly with support from local authorities, who helped manage disruptions from a small number of individuals. Goyal emphasized that these records were achieved without special incentives, attributing the success to the commitment of delivery partners and effective law enforcement. He also defended the gig economy as a significant job creator, urging against narratives from vested interests.