Centre sets up social security board to frame welfare schemes for gig workers
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In a significant move, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has initiated the National Social Security Board, designed to improve welfare for unorganised and gig economy workers. This board will advise on the rollout and supervision of important social security programs. Scheduled to meet three times annually, it will also manage policy discussions and oversee the financial aspects of the Social Security Code.
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Centre sets up social security board to frame welfare schemes for gig workers
In a significant move, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has initiated the National Social Security Board, designed to improve welfare for unorganised and gig economy workers. This board will advise on the rollout and supervision of important social security programs....
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Swiggy, Zomato, other gig workers to get new social security board: Pension, insurance benefits incoming? Know here
The National Social Security Board will design, monitor, and recommend targeted welfare schemes for the informal workforce in India. It is for unorganised, gig and platform workers.
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