India, April 10 -- The Gurugram district administration has launched a special registration campaign for gig and platform workers in order to extend to them social security benefits, including insurance and health cover.

The initiative, launched on the E-Shram portal, will run until April 17.

Officials said deputy commissioner Ajay Kumar on Tuesday held a meeting with representatives of major platforms at the Mini Secretariat conference hall and appealed to these companies to mobilise their workforce and ensure active participation in achieving the district's registration targets.

"Gig workers are a vital pillar of India's modern economy, driving innovation and efficiency across digital platforms. Recognising their contribution, the go...