While India has quickly adopted the convenience of quick commerce, the flipside of it is back in the spotlight. Gig worker unions say that delivery partners face long hours, limited job security and are forced to drive at dangerous speeds to meet unrealistic delivery targets.
While a nationwide strike on December 31 seemed to have little on-ground impact, the debate rages on. How can India balance the convenience it is now known for, with fairer working conditions? Forbes India wants to hear from its readers to help find a solution.
First Published: Jan 02, 2026, 17:31
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