Unorganized Workers in India and Social Security

In India Unorganized Labour force is higher than the organized labour force. According to government reports, near about 94% of India’s workforce is employed in informal or unorganized jobs. This indicates the number of workers who have lack of formal contracts, job security, and social security protection. Although their huge contribution to the economy, they remain excluded the safety net of comprehensive social security systems. These workers are mostly belongs to agricultural laborers and construction workers to domestic helpers and gig economy participants.