Gig Workers
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NFOBreaking2% Levy on Businesses to Fund Gig Worker Social Security by 2027
The Indian government is considering a 2% transaction-based levy on aggregators to establish a social security fund for over 12 million gig workers. This fund aims to provide essential benefits like insurance, health, and maternity support, with the scheme expected to launch in 2027.
ESIC Wage Ceiling: Government Review Underway for Potential Hike
The Employees' State Insurance Scheme (ESIC) wage ceiling, currently at ₹21,000 per month, is subject to periodic government review. The recent Code on Social Security, 2020, has expanded ESIC coverage to include gig and unorganised workers, signalling a broader approach to social security.
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