Family of dead gig worker receives Rs 4 lakh insurance

The family of a deceased gig worker in Mangaluru received an insurance payout of ₹4 lakh following his death during a work-related incident. This case highlights the growing importance of insurance coverage for gig workers, who often lack the same employment benefits as full-time employees. Despite this, companies are increasingly offering life insurance and accident coverage to their gig workforce. The payout was made under the company’s insurance policy, reflecting a shift toward better financial protection for workers in the gig economy. However, labor rights activists argue that more comprehensive protections, including health insurance and retirement benefits, are necessary to ensure gig workers’ welfare.