Indian female gig workers threaten more strikes over exploitation

Union wants government to make laws against sexual harassment, low pay, long hours

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Gig workers staged a "Black Diwali" strike last week to protest against unsafe working conditions for women. (Courtesy of GIPSWU)

GREESHMA KUTHAR, Contributing writer

CHENNAI -- For more than 3,400 female gig workers, last week's Hindu festival of lights was "Black Diwali."

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