The Government of Telangana, vide G.O.Ms.No. 7, has notified the implementation of the Telangana Platform Based Gig Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2026. The Act establishes a comprehensive framework for the registration, welfare, and social security of gig and platform-based workers operating across various digital and service platforms in the state. The implementation of the legislation is aimed at enhancing worker protection, improving access to social security benefits, and promoting the welfare of individuals engaged in the gig economy. The notification is expected to have significant implications for aggregators, digital platforms, employers, and gig workers, requiring stakeholders to align with the registration, reporting, and compliance requirements prescribed under the Act. Stakeholders are advised to review the notification carefully to understand its scope, applicability, and implementation provisions.