Zomato, Blinkit, Startup India Champion Inclusive Growth for India's Gig Economy

• Zomato and Blinkit, in collaboration with Startup India & DPIIT, hosted the 3rd edition of ‘Powering Inclusive Growth’ conference.
• The conference addressed critical themes like road and digital safety, inclusion for women and persons with disabilities, and social protection for gig workers.
• Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya urged platforms to invest in worker well-being, ensure robust safeguards, and register on the E-Shram portal.
• Discussions highlighted the need for evolving financial systems, access to savings, and meaningful PwD hiring; Zomato launched an NPS model for partners.
• A whitepaper on enhancing women’s participation in urban last-mile logistics was launched, alongside showcasing startup innovations for worker well-being.