Karnataka govt set to introduce draft Bill to protect gig workers’ rights

In a move aimed at protecting gig workers’ rights, the Karnataka government is set to introduce new regulations for food delivery platforms and ride-hailing companies in the state, Moneycontrol reported, citing sources.

The proposed Karnataka Gig and Platform Workers’ Bill requires companies to register with the state’s Labour department, ensuring protections such as grievance redressal and safeguards against unjust dismissal for gig workers in ride-hailing and delivery services, the report said.