Crores of gig and platform workers, such as delivery partners, cab drivers, and other online service providers, form a vital part of India's economy. However, they still do not receive the same rights and benefits as regular employees. 

These gig workers should be recognised as workers, not merely as partners, and be given the protection and dignity they deserve, demanded Dr Raghunath Kuchik, general secretary of the Bharatiya Kamgar Sena, which is affiliated with Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray).