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Gig worker demand set to rise 40% during festive season peak

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 10m ago
Gig worker demand set to rise 40% during festive season peak
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Quick commerce platforms like Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto are expected to see a 40% increase in demand for gig delivery riders during the festive season, leading to the employment of an additional 10-12 lakh gig riders. Ecommerce and food delivery platforms are also expected to onboard 20% more gig riders during this time. Quick commerce represents a smaller share of the overall demand, but it is rapidly increasing. The increase in demand is likely to be fulfilled by temporary workers, including those from surrounding villages, as well as existing gig riders. Delivery workers can expect higher earnings during the festive season due to increased demand and bonuses. However, unlocking these benefits can require long working hours. There is a need for platforms to provide better benefits and guarantees to the gig workers during this period.

Zomato sets up framework for well-being of its delivery partners

YourStoryYourStory · 8m ago
Zomato sets up framework for well-being of its delivery partners
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Zomato has developed a comprehensive framework to address the needs of its delivery partners. The framework, created in consultation with various stakeholders, focuses on the financial, social, physical, mental, and professional well-being of the partners. It includes over 80 sub-categories covering areas such as earnings, grievance redressal, health and safety, diversity, and knowledge. Zomato hopes that other gig-based platforms will adopt this framework to improve the well-being of delivery partners across the industry. The company has previously implemented numerous initiatives for its delivery partners and is currently planning to raise capital through a Qualified Institutions Placement.

Karnataka releases draft gig workers Bill; seeks comments from platforms, other stakeholders

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
Karnataka releases draft gig workers Bill; seeks comments from platforms, other stakeholders
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The state government of Karnataka has introduced a draft bill to provide social security benefits and welfare measures for gig workers on app-based delivery and ride-hailing platforms. The bill proposes a fee on each transaction on these platforms and suggests monetary penalties for non-compliance. This bill aims to protect the rights of gig workers and ensure basic minimum social security. It builds upon similar legislation in Rajasthan and seeks to establish a grievance redressal mechanism and prevent arbitrary termination. The proposed law also includes the creation of a Platform Workers Welfare Board and a welfare fund. Discussions have taken place with major platforms like Amazon, Uber, and Zomato.

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