The Government of Maharashtra, vide L.A. Bill No. XXVI of 2026, has introduced the **Maharashtra Gig and Platform Workers Rights and Protection Bill, 2026**. The proposed Bill aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework for safeguarding the rights and welfare of gig and platform workers engaged through digital platforms across the state. It seeks to provide measures relating to social security, worker welfare, grievance redressal, registration, and the responsibilities of platform aggregators, while promoting greater transparency and accountability within the gig economy. The Bill reflects the state's efforts to address the evolving nature of employment in the digital economy and strengthen protections for workers engaged in app-based and platform-driven services. Platform companies, aggregators, employers, HR professionals, legal practitioners, and gig workers are advised to review the proposed legislation to understand its scope, obligations, and potential impact on business operations and worker benefits.