Union Budget 2026 Recognises Gig Economy as Key Pillar of India’s Workforce: TimBuckDo Co-Founder Mythri Kumar

Union Budget 2026 Recognises Gig Economy as Key Pillar of India’s Workforce: TimBuckDo Co-Founder Mythri Kumar

New Delhi: Welcoming the Union Budget 2026–27, Mythri Kumar, Co-Founder of TimBuckDo, said the government has taken a decisive step towards building a Viksit Bharat by formally recognising the gig economy as a critical pillar of India’s workforce.

In a statement, Mythri said provisions such as social security coverage, digital ID cards and access to government services for gig workers would bring long-awaited dignity, stability and inclusion to millions of independent professionals across the country.

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She highlighted that initiatives like the National Digital Knowledge Grid and the Budget’s strong education-to-employment focus are expected to unlock new-age opportunities for creators, researchers, local experts, startups and MSMEs, helping build a vibrant ecosystem of flexible, skills-driven jobs.

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Mythri Kumar further noted that the proposed ₹10,000 crore fund-of-funds for startups strengthens the link between education, entrepreneurship and employability, laying the foundation for a future-ready workforce where gig and digital-first careers play a central role in India’s growth story.