Labour Ministry Notifies National Social Security Board For Gig, Platform Workers
Under the Code on Social Security 2020, the new board will recommend and monitor welfare schemes including pensions and health insurance for unorganised workers. The framework formally recognizes gig workers as employees and requires aggregators to contribute 1-2% of their annual turnover toward these benefits.
Key points
- Establishes the National Social Security Board for gig and platform workers
- Extends benefits like provident funds, pensions, and health insurance
- Requires aggregators to contribute 1-2% of annual turnover
- Code on Social Security came into force on November 21, 2025
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