Swiggy, Zomato Boost Incentives Amid Gig Worker Strike, Year-End Rush

• Food delivery giants Swiggy and Zomato, along with quick commerce player Zepto, have increased delivery incentives.
• The move aims to stabilize operations during a nationwide gig worker strike and the high demand of the year-end period.
• Zomato offers Rs 120-150 per order during peak hours, up to Rs 3,000 daily, and waived penalties for denials.
• Swiggy promises up to Rs 10,000 across December 31/January 1, with peak-hour earnings up to Rs 2,000 on New Year's Eve.
• Workers are striking on December 25 and December 31, protesting pay, working conditions, and lack of social security.

Why It Matters: Platforms raise incentives to counter gig worker strikes and meet year-end demand.