New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- Healthcare experts have welcomed the introduction of a social security scheme for gig workers, which provides ID cards, registration on the e-Shram portal, and health cover for one crore gig workers.

The Union Budget 2025 has introduced several measures aimed at strengthening India's healthcare infrastructure, with a focus on expanding medical education, enhancing cancer care facilities, and providing greater financial security to gig workers.

Anshul Khurana, Co-founder and CEO of Entitled Solutions, termed this a "transformative step" that will provide financial and healthcare security to India's growing gig workforce.

He said, "With provisions for ID cards, registration on the e-Shram portal, and health cover for...