Indian State is Subsidizing E-Scooter Purchases for Gig Workers

The Tamil Nadu government has introduced a scheme to benefit gig workers by offering a subsidy of Rs 20,000 to buy e-scooters for use at work. The move is intended to boost the mobility and productivity of gig workers in the state. The initiative is part of a larger initiative to enhance the well-being of gig workers, who are an integral part of the economy. Tamil Nadu has also set up a welfare board for gig workers to monitor such schemes. The subsidy fits with national initiatives to encourage the use of electric vehicles and gig workers through other benefits like healthcare protection and identity cards.