Dr. Arpita Mukherjee

Dr. Arpita Mukherjee, a labor economics expert, and A. Balasubramanian from TeamLease Services discuss India's evolving gig economy. They explore the significant growth of gig jobs, which are projected to quadruple in the coming years, while highlighting the social security gaps and challenges in implementation of new labor codes. The conversation covers the changing definitions of gig work, gender participation issues, and the impact of climate extremes on outdoor jobs. Their insights shed light on the future landscape of employment in India.