GENERAL4 Sept 2026
Blinkit, Instamart raise dark-store capex as qcom shifts to larger hubs
Blinkit and Instamart have raised spending on dark stores, the warehouses behind quick commerce. The cost for each new store has jumped to around ₹2.5 crore from ₹1 crore. Newer facilities are larger than 5,000 square feet and stock a wider range of products, replacing the old 2,000-3,000 square feet stores. This means faster delivery with more choice, but a much heavier investment for the companies.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Capex guidance per dark store has risen to around ₹2.5 crore from ₹1 crore.
- Newer dark stores now exceed 5,000 sq ft and carry wider product assortments.
- Earlier, dark stores were mostly 2,000-3,000 sq ft in size.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you run a business that depends on quick delivery, keep an eye on how these bigger, costlier dark stores change competition and service in your area.
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