Rahul Gandhi Meets Minister Vivek Over Telangana Gig Workers Issues
Minister Gaddam Vivek Venkataswamy discussed welfare measures and protection for gig workers with Rahul Gandhi and invited him to attend a major upcoming workers meeting in Telangana.
- Rahul Gandhi discusses gig workers welfare
- Minister Vivek holds meeting with Rahul Gandhi
- Telangana plans major gig workers event
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi held discussions with Telangana minister Gaddam Vivek Venkataswamy on the challenges being faced by gig workers across the state. The meeting focused on improving welfare measures and ensuring stronger protection for workers engaged in app based and freelance services.
During the interaction, Vivek briefed Rahul Gandhi about the growing concerns among gig workers, including employment security, financial stability and labour rights. He also explained the need for broader policy support to safeguard workers dependent on digital platforms for their livelihoods.
The minister said the Telangana government is planning to organise a large scale programme dedicated to gig workers in the near future. The proposed event is expected to highlight issues related to welfare schemes, rights protection and social security benefits.
Vivek invited Rahul Gandhi to attend the meeting as the chief guest and support the initiative aimed at empowering gig workers. According to the minister, Rahul Gandhi responded positively to the invitation and appreciated the efforts being made towards worker welfare.
The discussion is being viewed as part of the Congress party’s broader outreach towards emerging workforce sectors and labour communities in Telangana.
