India's Convenience Economy: 10-Minute Services Boom | Convenience or Gig Worker Crisis?
From 10-minute cleaners and on-demand cooks to instant electricians, plumbers, and handymen, India's convenience economy is transforming the way millions live and work. As urban
From 10-minute cleaners and on-demand cooks to instant electricians, plumbers, and handymen, India's convenience economy is transforming the way millions live and work. As urban lifestyles become busier, app-based services are making everyday tasks faster and more accessible than ever.
But behind this boom lies a bigger question: who is paying the real price for convenience? Does the rapid rise of the gig economy create new opportunities and flexible employment, or does it normalize job insecurity, unpredictable incomes, and limited social protection?
Are customers the biggest winners, or are the workers powering these services getting a fair deal? On The Spotlight, we examine the future of India's convenience economy, the changing nature of work, the business models driving the sector, and what it means for consumers, workers, and policymakers.
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