Flipkart Big Billion Days sale will begin on 29 September 2019.- The six day event will feature products from artisans and weavers for the first time.
- The sale on smartphones and electronic products will start a day later on 30 September 2019.
The only thing is, customers looking to buy mobile phones or electronic devices will have to wait an extra day. The sale in those categories will start a day later, on 30 September 2019.
Flipkart has also promised that ‘top brands’ will be launching new products specifically for the sale. But, it has yet to disclose which brands and which products.
"This year, more than ever, we are partnering with brands, MSMEs, sellers, and artisans to deliver unparalleled selection and user experience to our consumers," stated Kalyan Krishnamurthy, CEO of Flipkart Group.
Flipkart Plus consumers will get early access to the sale four hours before it opens up to the rest. And, owners of Axis Bank debit and credit cards or ICICI Bank credit cards will be eligible for a 10% instant discount.
Flipkart is also offering financing options for customers through Cardless Credit and Flipkart PayLater.
In order to meet demand, Flipkart has grown its supply chain and doubled the number of pincodes where it can deliver. Flipkart’s also added around 30,000 kirana stores (local mom and pop stores) to its network to help customers place orders online.
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