Centre courts fund managers to build gig worker safety net, raising cost overhang for Zomato, Blinkit, Swiggy
The government is consulting fund managers to operationalise accident and maternity cover for India's 1 crore gig workers, set to swell to 2.5 crore by decade-end. With workers averaging Rs 27,726/month and just 38 working days/year in 2025, platform majors Eternal (Zomato/Blinkit) and Swiggy face fresh contribution liabilities under the new labour code.
What happened
Eternal (Zomato/Blinkit) · Centre is consulting fund managers to operationalise social security schemes (accident, maternity) for gig and platform workers under
Key facts
- 1 crore gig workers
- 2.5 crore by decade-end
- Rs 27,726 avg monthly earning 2024
- 38 days/year worked in 2025
Why this matters
Engage early with the fund manager consultation to shape contribution mechanics and explore consortium structures with peers to standardize cost treatment across the platform economy.