Centre Notifies Social Security Board for Gig, Platform and Unorganised Sector Workers

The Union government has officially notified a <b>Social Security Board</b> to oversee the welfare of gig, platform, and unorganised workers. Chaired by the <b>Union Labour and Employment Minister</b>, the board will include representatives from both central and state governments to streamline policy implementation. While the move aims to bring millions under a formal safety net, the real test lies in cutting through the <b>administrative red tape</b> that often stalls such initiatives. The system has historically struggled to bridge the gap between policy announcements and ground-level execution for the informal workforce. This board is expected to finally provide a structured mechanism to address the long-standing demands for basic social security benefits.