India, Aug. 14 -- Rapido has launched its new food delivery platform, 'Ownly', in India with a focus on providing affordable meals. The app currently operates in select areas of Bengaluru and is available only on the Google Play Store.

According to TechCrunch reports, Ownly will run on a zero-commission model for restaurants, aiming to offer food at rates comparable to offline outlets. The platform's pricing includes staple items such as rice and eggs for under Rs. 100, while at least four meals are priced at Rs. 150 or below. Rapido plans to keep prices around 15 percent lower than other major platforms like Swiggy and Zomato.

Before its public release, Ownly underwent closed pilot testing in specific Bengaluru localities. The launch f...