Foodpanda riders have requested a public apology from morning show host Nida Yasir after she said that they try to con customers. 

 

 

The riders stated that her comments were disrespectful and diminished their contributions.

 

 

In a video message shared online, the riders emphasized the difficulties they encounter while making deliveries, disputing Yasir’s assertion that they often fabricate stories. 

 

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One rider stated, “You have hurt us and should apologize on the morning show.”

 

This request surfaced after Yasir stated, during an episode of “Good Morning Pakistan”, that delivery riders cause unnecessary issues. She suggested customers keep the correct amount of money handy and asserted that it is the rider’s duty to give change. “When they are delayed and arrive late for their next deliveries, then they grasp the situation. This has become second nature for many of them,” Yasir commented.

 

Previously, actress and television host Fiza Ali spoke out against Yasir’s statements. Addressing the everyday challenges faced by delivery riders, Fiza noted, “They navigate heavy rains, storms, and severe weather just to ensure our food reaches us. A mother might be waiting for her son. A child could be wishing for his father to return home soon. Many riders rely on a single bike as their sole means of earning.”

 

Fiza pointed out the rude treatment riders frequently endure. “We become upset if we don’t receive change; we may behave poorly if our order is late, and we dispute tips. While tipping isn’t mandatory, disrespecting someone is never justifiable,” she commented.

 

She also emphasized the human aspect of delivery work. “Riders aren’t machines; they are individuals with emotions and duties. If you show compassion today, Allah will assist you during your challenging moments tomorrow,” Fiza concluded.

 

Yasir’s remarks, which likened the conduct of delivery riders to past incidents involving household staff, have ignited considerable discussion on social media. While some users resonated with her experiences, many aligned with Fiza Ali and the riders, urging compassion, respect, and improved treatment of delivery personnel.