Keralam to launch resting hubs for gig workers in three cities
The Kerala government is launching dedicated resting hubs for gig workers in Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, and Kozhikode. These facilities aim to provide essential amenities like toilets and charging stations to delivery personnel who currently lack designated spaces to rest during their shifts.
Why it matters
This initiative addresses the growing labor rights concerns regarding the working conditions of the expanding gig economy workforce.
The Labour department will set up resting hubs for gig workers at three major cities in Keralam as part of the United Democratic Front (UDF) government’s 100-day action plan.
The report is a straightforward account of a government policy announcement and the rationale behind it.
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