Rahul Gandhi to lead gig workers rally today

Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi would lead a rally of the gig workers on Saturday, from Shilparamam to Hitex grounds, and dedicate the State government’s Gig Workers Policy to them.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said Labour Minister G. Vivek Venkataswamy had taken the initiative to formulate the policy in keeping with the assurance given by Mr. Gandhi during his Bharat Jodo Yatra. Thousands of people working in food delivery, courier services, driving and domestic services were part of the gig economy but lacked adequate social security and legal protection, he said. The proposed policy was intended to address their welfare concerns and provide them with institutional support.

Later, Mr. Gandhi will attend as the chief guest at the Bharat Summit valedictory before flying back to New Delhi.