WhatsApp is a very popular chat app in many countries, and it’s trying to do even more things besides chatting.
It wants to make more money by offering services like payments and online shopping.
Here are 5 useful things you can do on WhatsApp in India, not just chatting with friends and family.
1. You can book a cab
You can book a taxi on WhatsApp, even if you don’t have the Uber app. Uber works with WhatsApp, so it’s easy to get a cab.
You can tell Uber where you are by sending them your live location. You don’t need to type in an address or PIN.
2. You can book metro tickets
Many people in Indian cities use public transport, but waiting in lines for tickets or cards can take a long time.
You can make things easier by booking your Delhi Metro ticket on WhatsApp before you leave your home or office.
This service on WhatsApp covers all the trains in the Delhi NCR area, including the Rapid Metro in Gurugram.
3. You can shop with the help of JioMart
You can buy groceries using WhatsApp. You can use JioMart on WhatsApp.
On JioMart, you can make a list of things and add products. You can put things in the online cart and pay using WhatsApp Pay.
4. You can access DigiLocker
Now, Indian WhatsApp users can easily find their PAN card and driving license on WhatsApp without searching through their papers at security points on the road.
The MyGov Helpdesk chatbot on the app, along with the Government of India’s DigiLocker service, helps people do this.
5. Health service in rural areas
Getting healthcare in rural India is not easy. Now, there’s a CSC Health Services Helpdesk on WhatsApp.
It lets millions of people talk to a doctor, learn about government health plans, find COVID-19 help, and more. It’s in English and Hindi, and it’s completely free.
