Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, alongside Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, launched the Telangana Gig Workers Social Security and Welfare Scheme on Saturday at Hitech City, Hyderabad, during the Bharat Summit.
As part of the new measures, gig workers will be provided with ₹5 lakh in accident insurance and ₹10 lakh in health insurance. To fund future security, a mechanism will be established where 1% of every transaction, including cab rides and deliveries, will be contributed toward social security.
Mr. Gandhi emphasized the importance of data ownership in the 21st century, noting that workers have previously been denied access to their own professional information. Under proposed legislation, workers will be able to use their mobile phones to access full details regarding their payments, working hours, deliveries, and transactions.
Additionally, the government plans to set up Wi-Fi-enabled rest zones in Hyderabad and other cities. These dedicated areas will allow delivery personnel and other gig workers to park their vehicles and relax during their working hours.
