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Industry body IAMAI highlights drawbacks in Karnataka gig workers’ bill

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
Industry body IAMAI highlights drawbacks in Karnataka gig workers’ bill
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The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has expressed concerns about the draft Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024 introduced by the state government. IAMAI believes that the bill could hinder the ease of doing business in the state. The bill aims to provide social security benefits to gig workers and protect them from arbitrary termination. IAMAI argues that the bill would lead to a duplication of contributions already covered by the central government's Code on Social Security (CoSS), 2020. The organization also raises concerns about administrative burdens, increased expenses, lack of clarity on benefits, and potential negative impacts on competition and demand for gig work.

EVeez raises $5.4 Mn in Series A led by Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

EntrackrEntrackr · 17d ago
EVeez raises $5.4 Mn in Series A led by Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
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EVeez, an electric mobility-as-a-service (eMaaS) platform, has raised $5.4 million in a Series A funding round led by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, with participation from Caret Capital, ThinKuvate, Ev2 Ventures, Barbershop With Shantanu, SailThru Ventures, and Ah Ventures Fund. The Gurugram-based company previously raised $994,000 from ah! Ventures and others. The fresh funds will be used to expand its affordable electric two-wheeler subscription service for gig workers, according to a press release from EVeez. Co-founded in 2020 by Abhishek Dwivedi and Gaurav Rathore, EVeez is an electric mobility-as-a-service platform that enables gig workers to access affordable, reliable two-wheeler EVs through a subscription model. The company bridges the gap between mobility and livelihoods, especially for low-income youth entering or growing within India’s gig economy. With weekly subscription plans starting at just Rs. 1,100, EVeez enables individuals—especially those from low-income urban communities—to join platforms in quick commerce, food delivery, e-commerce, and ride-hailing without the upfront burden of vehicle ownership. EVeez says that its model goes beyond rentals: it includes repairs, insurance, battery swap tie-ups, and EV training, helping gig workers focus on earning instead of managing vehicle downtime or debt. Abhishek Dwivedi, co-founder and COO of EVeez, added: "With India projected to have more than 20 million gig workers in the near future, EVeez is strategically positioned to revolutionize how this workforce accesses clean mobility solutions. We are committed to greening the last mile and making electric mobility accessible to everyone participating in the gig economy." According to EVeez, it operates a fleet of 7,000 EVs across 15 cities, with plans to scale to 30 cities and 50,000 vehicles by FY27. Of its current users, 55% are first-time gig workers, and the remaining 45% are transitioning from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. By FY27, it aims to enable over 40,000 new gig workers to join the workforce.

Benefits for gig workers may trickle in before social security code launch

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 11m ago
Benefits for gig workers may trickle in before social security code launch
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The government may introduce social security benefits for gig workers ahead of the implementation of the Social Security Code. Some states have already implemented similar provisions in their local laws. The Ministry of Labour and Employment has approached aggregators operating gig work platforms to prepare for extending social security benefits. The ministry will also write to states to expedite the enrollment of platform workers on the e-Shram portal. States like Karnataka, Telangana, and Rajasthan are already offering health insurance and other benefits to gig workers. The NITI Aayog estimates that India's gig worker population will triple by 2029-30. Under the proposed policy, aggregators will contribute 1-2% of their revenue to a social security fund.

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