MP Raghav Chadha Dines with Blinkit Rider, Raises Gig Worker Plight in Parliament

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News18•26-12-2025, 23:27
MP Raghav Chadha Dines with Blinkit Rider, Raises Gig Worker Plight in Parliament
- •Blinkit delivery partner Thapliyal, earning ₹52/hour for 15-hour shifts, was invited by Punjab MP Raghav Chadha to his home.
- •Raghav Chadha, husband of Parineeti Chopra, discussed Thapliyal's low earnings (₹763 for 15 hours) and the hardships faced by gig workers.
- •The MP subsequently raised the issue of meager wages and lack of social security for gig economy workers in Parliament.
- •The incident, shared on Instagram, went viral, sparking a nationwide debate on the conditions of delivery partners from companies like Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit.
- •Thapliyal expressed gratitude, stating Chadha assured him of efforts to improve delivery partners' lives.
Why It Matters: MP Raghav Chadha highlights gig worker struggles, sparking national debate on fair wages and social security.
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