'Menstrual leave, safety': Women gig workers protest in multiple cities
India
On Tuesday, hundreds of women gig workers rallied in cities like Delhi, following an online strike on Monday, February 2, 2026, where 35,000 logged off apps like Urban Company and Swiggy.
Organized by the Gig and Platform Service Workers Union (GIPSWU), they called out sudden ID blocks, unfair ratings, and lack of support from platforms.
Protesters demand basic protections that most jobs offer
These women face pay cuts for discounts they didn't choose, 13-hour shifts, ignored harassment complaints, and the union said workers lack menstrual leave and other formal leave protections.
Many work late nights without proper safety or social security.
As India's gig economy grows fast, protesters want real recognition as workers and basic protections that most jobs already offer.