Makers of snacks, munchies and soft drinks said they saw a 25-30% surge in sales of such impulse categories on Sunday compared to regular weekends, especially of bigger, sharing packs, on e-commerce platforms. "Sales orders of large packs started to pick up around 12 noon onwards, as people began to stock up for the evening to watch the match indoors with friends and family," said a sales executive at a cola company.
Businesses in Bengaluru are incentivizing voter turnout for the Lok Sabha elections on April 26, offering discounts and freebies. Over 1 crore voters in the city can enjoy complimentary dosa, beer, and taxi rides by showing their inked finger. Initiatives by establishments like Nisarga Grand Hotel, Deck of Brews, and SOCIAL aim to encourage voter participation and contribute to the nation s development. Metro services will also be extended on voting day.