Pensions India weighs new pension fund for informal workers System would offer flexible payment schedules to accommodate fluctuating incomes iStock.com/Mrinal Pal Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 22 July 2026 India’s Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is drawing up a proposal that would bring half a billion informal and gig workers into the retirement savings system. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers ILO adopts landmark global labour standards for gig economy Platform Workers Indian states undecided on how to implement new gig worker protections Tax & Social Security Karnataka High Court declines to stay gig worker act Labour Reforms India’s labour code reset sparks backlash and confusion