Special Security Scheme launched for gig workers

Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday said the Telangana government would enforce the prestigious Gig Workers Act under the guidance of Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, fulfilling the promise made to gig workers during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in Hyderabad.

Participating in the launch of the Telangana Gig Workers Special Security Scheme along with Rahul Gandhi in Hyderabad, the Chief Minister said the government had already constituted the Gig Workers Board and was providing insurance coverage to workers to ensure their welfare and social security.

Revanth Reddy described the occasion as a proud moment, stating that the promise made by Rahul Gandhi during his Bharat Jodo Yatra had been translated into reality.

During the Bharat Jodo Yatra in Hyderabad, gig workers had met Rahul Gandhi and explained the difficulties and challenges they faced in their profession.

Responding to their concerns, Rahul Gandhi had promised that if the Congress came to power in Telangana, it would enact legislation to protect gig workers and safeguard their interests.

The Chief Minister said the Congress government had honoured that commitment by enacting the Gig Workers Act and establishing a dedicated board to address workers’ concerns and provide them with protection in various aspects of their professional lives.

He said the Telangana government was providing accidental insurance coverage to gig workers and had also enhanced the Aarogyasri health insurance coverage limit to Rs 10 lakh, extending greater healthcare protection to workers and their families.

Revanth Reddy assured that the State government would continue to stand firmly with gig workers and take all possible measures to protect their rights, improve their working conditions and ensure their social security.

On the occasion, the Chief Minister expressed gratitude to Rahul Gandhi on behalf of the gig workers for his initiative and support in bringing legislative protection and welfare measures to the community.

Earlier, Rahul Gandhi along with Telangana party leaders-CM Revanth Reddy, Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Ministers, TPCC Chief B Mahesh Kumar Goud and gig workers participated in the bike rally from Shilpakala Vedika to Jayabheri Grounds, where the Gig Workers Act was launched by CM Revanth Reddy and Rahul Gandhi.

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