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Bihar Gig and Platform Based Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025

Bihar Gig and Platform Based Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025

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This law sets up a special welfare board for gig and platform workers in Bihar, creating a fund to pay for their social security, healthcare, and other benefits. It applies to digital platforms and aggregators that operate in the state, as well as all registered gig workers who work under contract and earn money through electronic arrangements. The rules help protect these workers from unfair treatment, stopping platforms from blocking them without cause and giving them clear redressal mechanisms. By formalizing their rights and safety, the act fills a gap in legal coverage for this growing workforce and ensures they receive basic protection and financial security while working.

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  1. 1. Short Title, Extent, and Commencement
  2. 2. This Act may be called the Bihar Gig and Platform Based Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025.
  3. 3. It shall come into force on such date as the State Government may, by notification in the Bihar Gazette, appoint
  4. 4. This Act applies to: (a) Aggregators, platforms or primary employers operating in the State of Bihar or those operating
  5. 5. Department deems it appropriate until a new nomination is made.
  6. 6. Meetings of the Board
  7. 7. Nominated members shall be entitled to allowances as prescribed for attending meetings.
  8. 8. The Board shall have the power to impose penalty in case of failure to submit requisite documents.
  9. 9. Officers and employee of the Board
  10. 10. Salaries, allowances, and other service conditions for these officers shall be as prescribed.
  11. 11. The registered Platform Based Gig Workers shall not have right to form association under this act.
  12. 12. Failure to comply with the provisions of this act shall render the aggregator/platform liable to a penalty as determined by the Welfare Board.
  13. 13. The State Government may review contract templates sent by Aggregators/ Platforms, on request, in order to ensure fair contracts with platform-based Gig worker.
  14. 14. Platforms/Aggregators must establish a mechanism for redressal that includes human oversight and timely resolution.
  15. 15. Income Security
  16. 16. Under no circumstances shall the gap between two payment periods exceed 7 days from the date of delivery of service.
  17. 17. Reasonable Working Conditions
  18. 18. The specifications and amenities of such rest points shall be prescribed by the state government.
  19. 19. And the contact details of the point of contact for queries and clarifications must be provided on the platform application under the worker’s profile.
  20. 20. All monies in the Fund shall be maintained with a Nationalized Bank.
  21. 21. The Board may spend an amount not exceeding 5% of the annual receipts from the Fund for administrative expenses, subject to the prior approval of the State Government.
  22. 22. This benefit shall be calculated on the basis of the minimum wage as may be notified for unorganised workers by the State Governments, or as otherwise prescribed by the rules.
  23. 23. Any amount due under this Act, including any interest or penalty thereon, shall be treated as a public demand and may be realized in the same manner as an arrear of land revenue.
  24. 24. The CFMS shall comply with the prevailing Central and State legislations on data protection.
  25. 25. The Grievance Redressal Officer shall complete an inquiry and pass a reasoned order on the grievance within thirty days of the application.
  26. 26. The Appellate Authority shall dispose of the appeal in accordance with the prescribed procedure.
  27. 27. Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 (Central Act 14 of 1947).
  28. 28. The manner of publication shall be such as may be prescribed.
  29. 29. Jurisdiction for trying the cases will be Patna.
  30. 30. Data Protection and Privacy
  31. 31. Compounding of Offences
  32. 32. Annual Submission and Reporting by Aggregators/Platforms
  33. 33. Annual Report of the Board
  34. 34. The State Government ensure that the report is laid before the State Legislature as soon as practicable.
  35. 35. Entitlement to more than one benefit
  36. 36. Act shall affect any benefit or protection accorded to platform-based Gig workers under any other law for the time being in force.
  37. 37. Any other matters ancillary or supplementary to achieving the objectives of this Act.
  38. 38. Any additional matters deemed necessary by the Board to effectively discharge the functions conferred upon it.
  39. 39. Power to Amend Schedules

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