Amazon India is looking to strengn its delivery capacity. Amazon is w expanding its supply-chain network to over 1,400 delivery stations across India. Amazon's expansion plan comes into effect ahead of festive season. Amazon has about 23,000 retail outlets across country. se retail outlets carry out last-mile delivery stores under its 'I Have ' programme. anuncement comes right after Flipkart on boards 27,000 Kirana stores to be a part of its supply chain. 

"In preparation for festive season this year, we have significantly scaled our delivery programmes and focused our efforts on -- widening reach of our direct delivery network, enabling speed... and improving ir delivery experience," Amazon India Vice-President (India Customer Fulfilment) Akhil Saxena said in a statement. Indian e-commerce companies are expected see a large chunk of ir sales coming in during festive sales. 

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'More than 100 delivery stations man'

Amazon India said more than 100 delivery stations man shipments from its large appliances and furniture category alone.

"Amazon India w has increased its direct delivery presence in many states, with 2X growth in states such as Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Jharkhand and West Bengal to name a few," statement said.

Flipkart Big Billion Days sale

Flipkart is hosting its ' Big Billion Days' sale between September 29 to October 4.  Flipkart hopes to see more than five lakhs of sellers, artisans and brands participating in offers with exciting deals and discounts across categories. Meanwhile, Amazon India is yet to anunce its sale dates.

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"This year, more than ever, we are partnering with brands, MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises), sellers, and artisans to deliver unparalleled selection and user experience to our consumers... At Flipkart, we've worked hard over past year to prepare for Big Billion Days and we look forward to collaborating with whole ecosystem to deliver best festive season yet," Flipkart Group Chief Executive Officer Kalyan Krishnamurthy said in a separate statement.

(With PTI inputs)