- By Shibra Arshad
- Thu, 25 Dec 2025 01:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Gig Workers Strike: Delivery workers of several food, shopping and instant delivery platforms have called a nationwide strike on Thursday, December 25 and December 31, over worsening working conditions in the gig economy. The gig workers of platforms such as Amazon, Zomato, Zepto, Blinkit, Swiggy, and Flipkart say that the move is intended to increase the pressure on these companies to improve the working environment.
The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers have announced the strike, and delivery agents from metro and tier-2 cities are likely to take part in the protest.
Will Your Orders Be Delivered Today?
While the strike is expected to be a large-scale one, it is not confirmed whether delivery agents from cities like Mumbai or Delhi will take part or not.
Why Are Gig Workers Protesting?
The gig workers, who work as freelancers, have raised concerns over deteriorating working conditions, largely driven by intense competition for faster deliveries.
ALSO READ: Delhi Air Pollution: Why Are Experts Demanding Permanent Ban On MCD Tolls Amid Toxic Smog?
There have also been growing concerns over work targets, job security, as the unions believe that the platform companies have too much control over algorithms.
What Are The Demands Of Gig Workers?
- Withdrawal of 10-minute delivery systems.
- No-account suspension without due process.
- Transparent payment system that accurately shows the real hours worked and all associated costs.
- Work Safety improvement and accident insurance.
- End of Algorithm control by platforms, which decides pay and work targets.
- Stronger app and technical support, including grievance redressal for routing and payment failures, job security and social security are among other demands of gig workers.
ALSO READ: ‘Dogesh Bhai’ Sits And Enjoys Roadside Bhajan Calmly, Internet Loves His Chill Satsang Vibe | VIDEO
What Gig Workers’ Unions Say?
The Unions have said that the fierce competition among platforms to offer faster deliveries has led to lower earnings, unpredictable and extended hours, unrealistic deadlines that compromise safety, arbitrary blocking of worker IDs, and a complete lack of basic social security or welfare benefits.