Women powering India's march towards Viksit Bharat 2047
New Delhi: One of the key pillars for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 is ensuring 70 percent women’s workforce participation. Women’s empowerment is no longer just a social goal but a critical driver of national progress. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is witnessing a transformative shift: women are breaking barriers, stepping beyond traditional roles, and shaping the country’s economic future — from rural entrepreneurs to corporate leaders.
India has seen a remarkable surge in female workforce participation. According to PLFS data, the women’s worker population ratio (WPR) rose from 22% in 2017-18 to 40.3% in 2023-24, while the unemployment rate (UR) fell from 5.6% to 3.2% over the same period. The shift is especially striking in rural India, where female employment has grown by 96%, compared with a 43% rise in urban areas.
Employability among women has also improved. Reports show that the employability of female graduates rose from 42% in 2013 to 47.53% in 2024. Among........
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