“Transformative step”: Centre’s social security initiative for gig workers hailed as game-changer by healthcare experts

New Delhi [India], February 2 (ANI): Healthcare experts have welcomed the introduction of a social security scheme for gig workers, which provides ID cards, registration on the e-Shram portal, and health cover for one crore gig workers.

The Union Budget 2025 has introduced several measures aimed at strengthening India’s healthcare infrastructure, with a focus on expanding medical education, enhancing cancer care facilities, and providing greater financial security to gig workers.