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The Telangana government is poised to approve a bill designed to protect and improve the rights and welfare of its over 400,000 gig workers. Labour Minister Vivek Venkat Swamy announced the upcoming cabinet approval and subsequent introduction of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025, in the Assembly. The draft bill, released in April for public comment, focuses on grievance redressal, income security, working conditions, and a Social Security and Welfare Fund. The government is carefully reviewing the legislation to ensure its effectiveness in securing the future and rights of gig workers.

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Telangana Set to Approve Landmark Gig Worker Protection Bill

Hyderabad, India – November 7, 2025 – The Telangana government is expected to approve a comprehensive bill aimed at safeguarding the rights and welfare of its growing gig workforce. Labour Minister Vivek Venkat Swamy announced that the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025, is scheduled for cabinet approval on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, followed by its introduction in the State Assembly.

The bill addresses crucial concerns for the over 400,000 gig workers in Telangana, who are largely involved in food and package delivery, and other platform-based trades. According to Minister Swamy, the government has been meticulously examining the bill, incorporating feedback from the public and stakeholders since its initial draft release in April.

Key provisions of the proposed legislation include mechanisms for grievance redressal, income security measures, improved working conditions, and the establishment of a Social Security and Welfare Fund.

“The government is thoroughly examining how the new legislation would be of use, changes it needs. Measures would be taken to secure their future and provide rights,” said Minister Swamy at a press conference held in Hyderabad alongside gig workers.

The move signals a significant step towards recognizing and protecting the rights of gig workers in the state, setting a potential precedent for similar legislation across India.

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