Know who are Gig Workers, their number in India is more than 12 crores

In every business, there are some tasks that can be done by a non-permanent employee instead of a permanent employee. Companies pay employees for such work on the basis of work. In other words, the employees hired on the basis of payment for work are called Gig Workers. However, such employees are also associated with the company for a long time.

Who are gig workers

• Employees who work independently on contract.
• Employees working for online platforms.
• Employees of the contracting firm.
• Employees available for work on call.
• Temporary employee.

There is an agreement between the employee and the company working as a gig worker. Under this agreement, the employee has to work on the company's call. In return for this work, the company pays the gig worker. These employees do not get the benefit of salary and allowances etc. like the permanent employees of the company. There is no fixed time schedule for gig workers. Such workers have to be ready to work anytime according to the company's agreement. However, they have a lot of flexibility for working hours.

The number of gig workers has increased significantly since the online business in India has grown. According to an estimate, there are 10 to 12 crore gig workers in the country at present. Most gig workers in India are involved in online food platforms, e-commerce companies, and goods delivery. A large number of gig workers are also associated with a profession such as driving.

The role of gig workers is very important for companies selling goods online. Most companies deliver goods according to customer convenience. Many times customers ask for delivery after office time or early in the morning. In such a situation, the permanent workers are not able to fit perfectly for this. Companies do this work through gig workers.