New Delhi, March 8 -- The Ministry of Labour and Employment urged platform workers to register on the e-Shram portal.

The Ministry of Labour and Employment stated that the gig and platform economy is expanding and offering new jobs in sectors like ridesharing, delivery, logistics, and professional services.

The Ministry said NITI Aayog has projected that the gig economy in India will employ over one crore workers in 2024-25 and subsequently reach 2.35 Crores by 2029-30.

Recognizing the contribution of the gig and platform workers to the nation's economy, Union Budget 2025-26 announcement has provisions for (i) registration of online platform workers on e-Shram portal, (ii) issue of identity cards, and (iii) healthcare coverage under Ay...