New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- The Economic Survey 2026, released on Thursday, flagged rising vulnerabilities among migrant and gig workers as risks to labour productivity. It noted that many migrants who move to urban hubs face loneliness and social isolation despite financial gains. This negatively affects their mental well-being and productivity at work, and can lead to early attrition, increasing costs for employers, it said. The comments come at a time when India's platform workforce is expanding rapidly and employers are struggling to mobilise workers across states.

A 26-year-old food delivery worker from Patna, who did not wish to be named, said the pressure of customer ratings and long stints away from home had taken a heavy emotional tol...