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IFAT and TGPWU welcome EPFO and PM-JAY schemes for gig and platform workers; urge for stronger implementation
Statement by Shaik Salauddin, National General Secretary, Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) and Founder-President, Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) February 7, 2025: The Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) and the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU) welcome the inclusion of Gig and Platform Workers under the Employees’ Provident […]
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Social Security Scheme for Welfare of Gig and Platform Workers – Union Budget 2025
February 1, 2025: “Gig workers on online platforms bring significant dynamism to the new-age services economy”, remarked Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ji, while presenting the Union Budget 2025. Recognizing the contributions of gig and platform workers, the Government of India has announced key measures in the Union Budget 2025, including: • Universal Account Number (UAN) […]
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TGPWU calls for special subsidy on commercial Electric Vehicles
December 28, 2024: The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU) appreciates the Telangana Government for issuing G.O. Ms. No. 41 dated 16.11.2024, exempting Road Tax and Registration Fees for Electric Vehicles (EVs) purchased and registered in Telangana until 31.12.2026. This is a commendable step towards promoting sustainable and eco-friendly transportation in the state. However, […]
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TGPWU condemns discrimination and harassment of delivery workers over costume choice
December 26, 2024: The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU) expresses deep concern over the recent incident in Indore, where a Zomato delivery worker was harassed and forced to remove his Santa Claus costume by an individual who questioned its cultural and religious significance. Gig and Platform workers like delivery personnel already face numerous […]
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TGPWU firmly opposes deactivation of workers’ IDs
December 19, 2024: Members of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU), volunteers and saathis resolved to fight against deactivation of workers’ IDs and other unfair practices of platform companies. This resolution was passed at a memorial meeting held in memory of Chandrika, an Urban Company worker who passed away on November 15, 2024, […]
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Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) launches campaign against unfair practices by aggregator companies
Hyderabad, 13th December 2024: The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU), under the leadership of Shaik Salauddin, Founder President, has announced a campaign to boycott airport trips facilitated by Ola, Uber, and Rapido. This decision comes in response to the persistent issue of low fares imposed by these aggregator companies, which have severely impacted […]
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Survey report on gig and platform workers’ perspectives around worker collectives
The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union conducted surveys with gig and platform workers working on digital platforms such as Ola, Uber, Swiggy, and Flipkart to understand their perspectives on diverse types of worker collectives, including gig and platform worker unions and platform cooperative societies. The surveys were conducted with 79 workers, who had worked […]
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No AC Campaign Thaggedhe Ledu! (No AC Campaign will not step back!)
On April 8, 2024, Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU), affiliated with the Indian Federation of App Based Transport Workers (IFAT) launched its No AC Campaign to draw attention to declining per kilometre fares. In this sweltering heat, drivers working with Uber, Ola, and Rapido have expressed their regret to offer a high-quality, air-conditioned […]
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Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) announces No AC Campaign
April 8, 2024: We, drivers working with Uber, Ola and Rapido apps are unable to turn on the AC in our cabs due to declining per kilometre fares. With temperatures in Hyderabad soaring up to 43 degree Celsius, turning on the AC means that the costs for fuel and maintenance rise. The cost of running […]
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Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union Evaluation and Impact Report
The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union conducted surveys with 202 gig and platform workers working on digital platforms such as Swiggy, Zomato, Ola, and Uber about their perspectives on the union’s performance and support. TGPWU has over 1,000 active members and has had over 10,000 registered members since its inception. Through these surveys, TGPWU […]
