India needs 400 million more women in workforce by 2047 to fuel $14 trillion economy: Report

India aimed to add 400 million women to its workforce by 2047, seeking to nearly double the female labour force participation rate to 70%. The/Nudge Institute’s report highlighted significant job security disparities, showing women are more likely to lose and not recover jobs. COVID-19 exacerbated employment fragility for rural women, necessitating urgent action and systemic changes.India aimed to add 400 million women to its workforce by 2047, seeking to nearly double the female labour force participation rate to 70%. The/Nudge Institute’s report highlighted significant job security disparities, showing women are more likely to lose and not recover jobs. COVID-19 exacerbated employment fragility for rural women, necessitating urgent action and systemic changes.