Platform Workers in India: Social Security and Legal Compliance in 2026

Platform Workers in India covering social security, e-Shram registration, aggregator duties, contributions, worker benefits, and legal compliance.

1. Introduction Platform Workers are an important part of India’s digital economy. They provide services through online platforms and usually work outside the traditional employer-employee relationship. The Code on Social Security, 2020 recognises gig workers and platform workers and provides a framework for social security measures. The Code came into force on 21 November 2025. […]