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200,000 Indian Gig Workers Strike Against 10-Minute Delivery Model

1/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

More than 200,000 gig workers in India struck on New Year's Eve against the 10-minute delivery model.
Workers say the model pressures speed over safety, with many delivering 16 hours daily for little pay.
Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato, defended the model, saying it relies on store proximity, not speed.
Raghav Chadha, AAP MP, criticized platforms for labeling workers as "miscreants" and urged better treatment and social security.

History

Historical Context

The Great Indian Strike in 2020 saw over 200,000 workers protesting against exploitative labor practices, with gig workers earning less than INR500 per day. This strike reflects ongoing labor issues in India, paralleling global protests for better conditions, such as the 2021 South Korean delivery workers' strikes. The situation underscores the urgent need for labor reforms and social security for gig workers in India.

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Story summary

More than 200,000 gig workers in India struck on New Year's Eve against the 10-minute delivery model.
Workers say the model pressures speed over safety, with many delivering 16 hours daily for little pay.
Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato, defended the model, saying it relies on store proximity, not speed.
Raghav Chadha, AAP MP, criticized platforms for labeling workers as "miscreants" and urged better treatment and social security.

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