India to ensure social security for gig workers under labour codes

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya assured Parliament that gig workers will receive social security benefits through the new labour codes. Citing a Niti Aayog report, he said India has about 80 lakh gig workers, of whom nearly 10 lakh are registered on the e-Shram portal. The four labour codes took effect from 21 November 2025, legally recognising gig workers and providing protections like minimum wages and occupational safety.