The Indian government is set to launch social security contributions for gig workers, with platforms required to deduct a portion of payments and deposit it with the Employees’ Pension Scheme. The government will also contribute 3-4%. Efforts are being made to implement the Social Security Code, which includes health and accident insurance, to provide much-needed protection for gig workers.
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