Fuel Fears: The Strike That Exposes India's Gig Economy Woes The recent announcement of a nationwide strike by gig workers in response to rising fuel prices has shed light on the struggles faced by those at the bottom rung of India's booming app based economy.
Rising petrol and diesel costs have made it increasingly difficult for drivers and delivery workers to make ends meet, highlighting that economic growth is not always inclusive.
The protest comes in response to a fuel price hike that has pushed petrol prices above Rs 97 per litre and diesel over Rs 90.