Indians are gearing up for a shopping bonanza as three major ecommerce giants—Amazon, Flipkart, and Meesho—kick off their mega sales on 27 September 2024. From massive discounts on electronics to exclusive offers on fashion and home goods, shoppers will have access to a wealth of deals during the festive season.
Amazon Great Indian Festival 2024
Amazon's Great Indian Festival sale will begin on 27 September, offering exclusive early access to Prime members starting 26 September. The sale will feature discounts across a wide range of categories, including smartphones, laptops, home appliances, fashion, and beauty products. Notable deals include a 10 per cent instant discount for SBI Bank cardholders and significant savings on smartphones such as the OnePlus 12R, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and Xiaomi 14 Civi.
One of the key highlights will be the Apple iPhone 13, available at a price of Rs 45,999, with an additional Rs 2,500 discount on SBI Bank cards and a Rs 3,500 exchange offer, bringing the final price down to Rs 39,999. Amazon has teased further smartphone deals, which will be unveiled on September 20 at 3 p.m.
Commenting on the date reveal Saurabh Srivastava, Vice President – Categories, Amazon India said, “The Amazon Great Indian Festival 2024 promises to offer customers a wide selection, brand new product launches, great deals, convenient shopping experience, fast and reliable deliveries, easy & flexible payment options and much more. We are excited to enhance the festive spirit with our sellers, brand partners, delivery associates, and together we will spread the excitement of festive preparation for millions of households across India. We anticipate a promising festive season and invite customers to join us in our celebration of TaiyaariKaTyohaar!”
Flipkart Big Billion Days 2024
Flipkart's Big Billion Days sale, launching simultaneously on 27 September, promises a fashion-focused extravaganza, with over 12,000 brands and 2 lakh sellers offering more than 75 lakh styles. Customers can expect open-box delivery on items like sports shoes, watches, and jeans, along with same-day delivery for over 1 lakh products. Popular brands like Puma, Adidas, Nike, Fossil, and Tommy Hilfiger will be part of the sale, and customers can avail of a 10 per cent instant discount on purchases made using RBL Bank, Bank of Baroda, and HSBC cards.
Speaking about the 11th celebration of The Big Billion Days, Kalyan Krishnamurthy, CEO — Flipkart Group, said, “The Big Billion Days is not just a shopping event at Flipkart - it is a symbol of how digital commerce can uplift an entire ecosystem of stakeholders - from sellers, MSMEs, to D2C brands and international labels. As India’s festive season begins, we remain committed to creating value for the entire nation - from customers seeking affordability to sellers and local manufacturers scaling their reach."
Meesho Mega Blockbuster Sale 2024
Meesho is also joining the action with its highly anticipated Mega Blockbuster Sale, aimed at providing affordable shopping options to customers across India. With over 20 lakh sellers and 12 crore product listings spanning 30 categories, Meesho is focused on democratising access to branded products through its Meesho Mall, which now features national and regional brands like BATA, Liberty, and Red Tape.
Meesho's sale will also introduce several new features designed to enhance the shopping experience. These include "Meesho Balance," an in-app wallet offering instant refunds, and "Doorstep Exchange," allowing customers to exchange items in a single visit. With instant refunds processed in under five minutes, Meesho is committed to providing a smooth and efficient shopping experience this festive season.
This year's sales are expected to attract millions of shoppers across India, with early trends indicating increased participation from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Flipkart and Meesho are both witnessing strong interest in categories like men's footwear, summer fashion, and ethnic wear, while Amazon is set to draw tech enthusiasts with its range of discounted electronics.
Megha Agarwal, General Manager, Business at Meesho said, “Meesho Mega Blockbuster Sale aims to fulfil the festive shopping aspirations of millions of Indians. We are excited to introduce user-friendly features like Meesho Balance and Doorstep Exchange. These enhancements are designed to simplify and streamline the shopping journey, making online shopping a smooth experience for everyone. We look forward to the positive changes these features bring for our customers and remain committed to ongoing innovation, ensuring a seamless shopping experience this festive season and beyond.”
With the festive shopping season in full swing, Indian consumers can look forward to massive savings and a seamless shopping experience across all three platforms.
