Oh, the Patanjali card balance thing, it’s like a mini adventure on its own. Checking it isn’t too complicated once you’ve got the hang of it, I think. So they do have an online portal, you might want to poke around their official website. Usually, you’ll find a ‘card services’ or a ‘loyalty program’ section—might have to register first though, can’t avoid the red tape sometimes. Otherwise, I think logging into your account should let you see your balance and points if you’ve already got it set up.
The app’s a pretty handy shortcut too (if they’ve got one active right now). And for those who prefer the old school way, I guess many stores will check it for you too. Just ask when you’re at the checkout if they can tell you the balance on your card. Now, about that SMS service you asked - might as well check with customer service, sometimes these things are more regional depending on the place, and not every store has the same tech setup.
Now onto bonus points, yeah, they sometimes offer some bonus points when you top up, especially during festivals or special sales. But they’re not always very consistent - maybe cosider checking in-store announcements or maybe even a little probing at the help desk. Those deals and offers, they do give the extra mile bonus for card holders. But usually, you’d need to be subscribed to their list or the app notification.
Security, ah, here comes the good part. Treat it like any other card - if it’s lost, don’t panic straight away but do lock it or notify the customer support. As far as I know, losing it won’t directly expose your funds unless someones finds it and uses it before you block it. Just like with any card, the company sometimes can do a replacement if you register stuff properly.
Bottom line: check your balances using the website, the app, or in-store. Keep an ear out for promotions, and don’t lose that card! But do, you know, enjoy the perks when you can catch 'em.
