31 December,2025 06:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The strike could affect operations of food delivery and quick commerce firms. Representational pic
Gig and platform workers from Mumbai and across Maharashtra are likely to join the nationwide strike called by unions, officials told news agency PTI on Wednesday.
Maharashtra Police are keeping a close watch on the situation, particularly on New Year's Eve, to prevent any untoward incidents, they added.
Telangana Gig and Platform Workers' Union (TGPWU) and Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) have claimed that lakhs of workers across the country are expected to participate in the strike, demanding better payouts and improved working conditions, PTI reported.
"Maharashtra Police are keeping a close watch on developments related to the nationwide strike involving workers of app-based food delivery platforms," an official told PTI.
Gig and platform workers in Mumbai and Maharashtra are likely to participate in the strike, the official added.
"We are not anticipating any major issues, but app-based delivery services may be impacted," he said.
The strike could affect operations of food delivery and quick commerce firms such as Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto on New Year's Eve, when demand typically peaks.
"Police are coordinating with employers and organisers of the strike to avoid any untoward incident," the official said.
Food delivery platforms Zomato and Swiggy are offering increased incentives to their delivery partners in Maharashtra, a standard practice during festive periods, to ensure minimal disruption on New Year's Eve amid the strike call.
Zomato has offered delivery partners payouts ranging from Rs 120 to Rs 150 per order during peak hours from 6 pm to 12 am on December 31. The platform has also promised earnings of up to Rs 3,000 over the course of the day, depending on order volumes and worker availability, sources said.
In addition, Zomato has temporarily waived penalties on order denials and cancellations. "This is part of our standard annual operating protocol during festive periods, which typically see higher earning opportunities due to increased demand," an Eternal spokesperson told PTI.
Industry sources said operations of Swiggy, Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto in Maharashtra may also be affected, though firms are taking steps to minimise disruption.
(With PTI inputs)
