New Delhi, June 22 -- BigBasket has expanded its bbinstant network to Kolkata, bringing its vending machine-based retail model to corporate offices, workplaces, and residential communities across the city.

As hybrid work models continue to evolve, offices are once again becoming important consumption hubs. Employees increasingly expect access to food, beverages, and essentials without leaving workplaces, while employers are looking for ways to improve workplace experience without adding operational complexity. Kolkata's growing corporate ecosystem and expanding business districts create a suitable environment for such services.

Commenting on the launch, Seshu Kumar Tirumala, Chief Operating Officer, bigbasket, said: "Convenience has alw...