India, May 15 -- The Karnataka government is reportedly planning to roll out the gig workers' welfare fund in August.

This move is part of the Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024, currently awaiting the Governor's approval as an ordinance.

An Economic Times report mentioned that platform across ride-hailing, food delivery and online retail services will be charged differential service fees.

Earlier reports indicated platforms would contribute between 1% and 5% of the commissions paid to gig workers, with higher rates for high-revenue platforms.

However, Labour Minister Santosh Lad told ET that the welfare fee will be calculated based on service (delivery) charges and not the company turnover....