Congress Criticizes Government's Delayed Action on Gig Workers' Social Security

The Congress has criticized the government for its delayed action in extending social security benefits to gig workers. Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently reiterated the government's commitment to this cause, but the Congress argues that its own policies have long addressed this issue, highlighting efforts in states like Karnataka and Rajasthan.

The Congress on Monday criticized the government for its delayed commitment to extending social security benefits to gig workers.

Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently emphasized that the government is exploring various avenues to cover these workers under social security schemes.

Reacting to this, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh accused the government of waking up late to this urgent issue and suggested it borrow from Congress's policies, which have been implemented in states such as Karnataka and Rajasthan.

(With inputs from agencies.)