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| Paper Title: | Platform Labour and Social Gerontology: A Sociological Insight into Cab Drivers’ Experiences in Chennai. |
| Authors Name: | Aravind S , Dr. Sundara Raj T |
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| Published Paper Id: | IJRTI2504324 |
| Published In: | Volume 10 Issue 4, April-2025 |
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| Abstract: | This paper examines the everyday realities of cab drivers in Chennai who engage in app-based employment through platforms such as Ola and Uber, emphasizing their understanding of work, autonomy, and aging in the gig economy. Drivers from varied social and economic backgrounds are drawn to this sector due to its low entry barrier, such as minimal investment to acquire or lease a vehicle and its perceived independence. Many view themselves as entrepreneurs rather than employees. However, this sense of freedom is often undermined by the influence of digital algorithms and platform governance, which subtly regulate their work routines and decisions. Since the introduction of ride-hailing services in Chennai in 2014, significant changes have occurred in both commuting habits and employment structures. These platforms have redefined urban transport and simultaneously opened up employment opportunities for a broad spectrum of individuals, ranging from rural youth to older urban residents. Fieldwork indicates that for some, driving is a full-time occupation, while for others, it serves as a secondary source of income. The study also addresses pressing issues within the field of social gerontology, highlighting the challenges faced by aging drivers—such as financial insecurity, lack of formal protections, and uncertain futures in a rapidly digitizing labour market—which have received little attention in prior research, particularly in the context of Chennai. Although platform-based work has created new economic opportunities, it also introduces distinct risks and insecurities, especially for senior and long-serving gig workers. This research found and suggested that government intervention in this field is urgently required to strengthen the taxi union. It also emphasized the need for social security measures for drivers, especially aging ones, to help sustain their livelihood after they stop driving. |
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| Cite Article: | "Platform Labour and Social Gerontology: A Sociological Insight into Cab Drivers’ Experiences in Chennai.", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.10, Issue 4, page no.d234-d239, April-2025, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2504324.pdf |
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