<h1>Karnataka to Introduce Gig Workers Social Security Bill 2025 with Rs 4 Lakh Insurance Coverage</h1> The Karnataka cabinet approved converting an existing ordinance into the 'Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) - 2025' Bill to be introduced in the next legislative session. The law aims to provide social security benefits, including insurance coverage of Rs four lakh, to gig workers, especially in e-commerce and delivery sectors, covering approximately 230,000 workers. Additionally, the cabinet approved the renewal of a lease for a not-for-profit performing arts organization with a concession due to financial constraints, requiring payment of 25 percent of the lease value plus GST. The cabinet also authorized the premature release of 46 life convicts based on recommendations and approved the release of three other convicts under constitutional provisions, subject to central government consent.