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Chhattisgarh HC Relieves Zomato Delivery Rider in Vehicle Maintenance Dispute
✍️ ETV Bharat
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 04:34 PM
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The Chhattisgarh High Court ordered relief for a Zomato delivery agent over a vehicle‑maintenance claim, noting that an engineering degree does not automatically ensure a high income.
The Chhattisgarh High Court has granted relief to a Zomato delivery agent who was contesting a maintenance‑related claim. The court examined the rider's grievance that the cost of vehicle upkeep was being unfairly borne, and ruled in his favour, directing the employer to address the issue.
During the proceedings, the bench highlighted that possessing an engineering degree does not guarantee a lucrative salary, especially in gig‑economy roles such as food‑delivery. The judgment underscores the need for employers to consider the actual earning capacity of workers rather than their academic credentials alone.
Legal experts said the ruling could set a precedent for similar cases across the gig‑economy sector, where workers often face high operational expenses. Zomato has not yet commented on the decision, but the court's order may prompt a review of its policies regarding rider reimbursements.
The case was filed in the Chhattisgarh High Court, which sits in Bilaspur, and the relief was granted after the petitioner presented evidence of the maintenance costs incurred while performing deliveries for the platform.
During the proceedings, the bench highlighted that possessing an engineering degree does not guarantee a lucrative salary, especially in gig‑economy roles such as food‑delivery. The judgment underscores the need for employers to consider the actual earning capacity of workers rather than their academic credentials alone.
Legal experts said the ruling could set a precedent for similar cases across the gig‑economy sector, where workers often face high operational expenses. Zomato has not yet commented on the decision, but the court's order may prompt a review of its policies regarding rider reimbursements.
The case was filed in the Chhattisgarh High Court, which sits in Bilaspur, and the relief was granted after the petitioner presented evidence of the maintenance costs incurred while performing deliveries for the platform.