News Summary

• India has granted legal status to millions of gig and platform workers under its newly implemented labor laws.
• The recognition stems from the Code on Social Security, one of four labor laws the Indian government brought into effect on Friday.
• Industry estimates suggest that more than 12 million people deliver food, drive ride-hailing cabs, sort e-commerce packages, and perform other on-demand services for digital platforms.
• The sector has become a critical source of employment, especially for young and migrant workers shut out of formal job markets.