Platform Workers India’s gig workers strike again, more protests to follow Union accuses government of half-hearted attempts at protecting platform workers’ rights iStock.com/amlanmathur Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Monday 26 January 2026 Gig and platform workers across India have deactivated their apps as part of an online strike launched on 26 January, calling for recognition and better working conditions. 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 Uber Eats and DoorDash fail to block NYC tipping law Labour Reforms A global employer’s guide to India’s overhauled labour codes Platform Workers Indian government ends platforms’ “unsafe” ten-minute delivery pledge Platform Workers Uber Eats ditches self-employment model after Spanish government pressure