New Delhi, April 16 -- Food delivery giant Swiggy Ltd is venturing beyond its core space, entering the professional services market. The company is piloting a new platform called Pyng to become a hyperlocal marketplace for urban consumers seeking skilled service providers.

While Swiggy has launched several apps, such as SNACC (a quick snack delivery app), SwigL (a learning app for delivery partners to perform their daily tasks effectively), Instamart (a quick grocery and essentials delivery app), Scenes (a ticketing and events platform), and Swiggy Minis (a marketplace for small businesses), among others, all of them have stayed within the boundaries of its core food delivery proposition.

Its latest bet, Pyng, marks a significant shift....