A recent NITI Aayog survey indicated that 90% of gig workers have no savings, highlighting poor remuneration and working conditions. Strikes by gig and platform workers demanding fair wages, an end to 10-minute delivery models, and better benefits present an opportunity for quick-commerce and food-delivery firms to re-evaluate their business models. The gig economy is projected to employ up to 23 million workers by 2030, underscoring the urgency for improved conditions.