PIB News
India's Initiative for Improved Livelihoods for Women in Work and Enterprise
India is experiencing a significant shift in women's employment, with the female Labour Force Participation Rate rising from 23.3% in 2017-18 to 40% in 2025. This change is accompanied by a focus on improving the quality of work, as the Worker Population Rate also increased from 22% to 38.8%. The government is implementing policies to enhance women's economic empowerment by providing access to safer workplaces, credit, and entrepreneurship opportunities. These efforts aim to transform higher participation into better income, security, and overall economic development for women in India.
The Radius summarizes this story. Read the original report from PIB News.
Read Full