Group 1 - The "first cup of milk tea in autumn" promotion has become a significant annual event, with companies like Meituan and Taobao participating in large-scale giveaways and promotions [1][3] - Meituan announced the distribution of 2.7 million new milk tea vouchers to delivery riders, allowing them to enjoy free milk tea and wellness services during the autumn season [1] - The milk tea market is experiencing a surge in demand, with reports of long queues and high order volumes at various tea shops, indicating a strong consumer interest [5][8] Group 2 - Taobao Flash Sale is offering over 1 million free milk tea cups daily until August 10, further driving consumer engagement [3] - Some tea shops are overwhelmed with orders, leading to significant wait times for customers, highlighting the intense competition in the milk tea industry [5][8] - The popularity of limited edition collaborations and promotional items, such as ceramic cups, has contributed to the increased sales and customer excitement [8] Group 3 - Delivery platforms like Ele.me faced operational challenges during the promotion, with users reporting issues such as order delays and inability to cancel orders, which sparked discussions on social media [11][12] - Meituan's promotional activities have also led to some customer dissatisfaction regarding voucher redemption issues, although the company has responded to these concerns [20][22][25]