Eternal Ltd Embraces New Labour Codes: Strengthening Gig Worker Rights

Eternal Ltd welcomes the implementation of India's new labour codes, enhancing social security access for gig workers. These codes formalize gig economy employment and require aggregators like Zomato and Blinkit to contribute financially. The unified laws aim to strengthen worker protection and align globally with simpler rules.

Eternal Ltd, the parent of Zomato and Blinkit, has expressed support for the Indian government's implementation of four new labour codes, emphasizing benefits for gig workers' social security.

The newly notified labour codes rationalize 29 existing laws, clarifying definitions and setting financial obligations for aggregators under the Code on Social Security, 2020.

The company views these changes as a positive step towards a more uniform and globally aligned labour ecosystem, conducive to improving gig worker welfare while supporting business sustainability.

(With inputs from agencies.)