New Delhi, Jan 3 (UNI) Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday criticized the Modi government’s “belated attempt” to regulate gig workers, terming it as “too little, too late” and said it falls short of the provisions made by Congress governments in Telangana, Rajasthan, and Karnataka.
The government has proposed establishing a welfare fund for gig workers, setting up a tripartite welfare board, and ensuring fair contracts and a safe work environment.
However, Ramesh argues that these measures don’t go far enough.
“The Modi Government has belatedly woken up to the need to do so, but its vision is too little, too late,” Ramesh tweeted.
The Congress party had already outlined its commitment to protecting gig workers in its 5-point Yuva Nyay agenda during the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.
The Congress governments in Telangana, Rajasthan, and Karnataka have implemented provisions to support gig workers, including a welfare fee of 1%-5% of the payout to workers during each transaction. The party demands more comprehensive measures to ensure dignified working conditions for gig workers.
The Congress party’s NYAY PATH Resolution, adopted in April 2025, emphasizes the need for legislation to protect gig workers’ rights.
“The Congress Party is an ardent champion of workers on gig platforms and in the unorganised sector. We recognise the need for legislations for protection of their rights,” the resolution states.
The party continues to stand by gig workers, demanding stronger protections and better working conditions, he said.
