What happens when Zomato CEO meets Swiggy founders? Deepinder Goyal says it is not business talk
Zomato’s CEO, Deepinder Goyal, had once opened up about his camaraderie with the co-founders of Swiggy, the major competitor in the food delivery space. Last year, in an engaging chat on The Ranveer Show with popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia, Goyal shared insights into the nature of his interactions with Swiggy's leadership and his thoughts on the future of the food delivery industry.
No Business Talk, Just Future Innovations
When Allahabadia asked Goyal about his meetings with Swiggy’s co-founders, Goyal revealed that he has met with them “several times.” Goyal emphasized that these interactions are more about friendship than business strategy. «We talk about the future, nice friendly relationship,» he shared, suggesting that their conversations focus on long-term developments in the industry rather than immediate business concerns.
Allahabadia, curious about whether they discuss their companies’ strategies, was met with a direct response from Goyal. «We don’t talk current business – it’s not legal either. I should not get to know their strategy – the competition should remain fair,» he stated, reinforcing the idea that maintaining industry fairness is a priority.
Instead of discussing corporate affairs, Goyal shared that their conversations often revolve around future innovations. “We gossip about the future. How will drones work in 5 minutes?” he quipped, highlighting the kind of futuristic discussions that spark their interest. The Zomato CEO also acknowledged that these meetings are driven by mutual
