Are Zomato, Swiggy, and Blinkit delivery riders covered by India’s labour laws?
Despite the fact that ride-hailing and delivery platforms have changed urban work, passengers are now considered to be in a legal limbo. The rules governing employment in India, such as the Code on Social Security and the Industrial Disputes Act, provide only a limited framework for protection. Recent landmark cases and state reforms are pointing in the direction of expanding rights for gig riders.