The Machinery Behind Fast Delivery: New Book Chronicles Kolkata’s Gig Workers

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: March 01, 2026 05:41

A new book documents the lives of gig workers in Kolkata, shedding light on the human machinery behind India’s booming food delivery and e-commerce sectors. Through interviews and field research, the book explores challenges of low wages, long hours, and lack of social security, while highlighting workers’ resilience and aspirations.

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