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.