October 15, 2026 4:16 PM
Women’s Workforce Participation Rises to 40%, Enterprise and Skilling Initiatives Expand
Women’s participation in India’s workforce has increased significantly in recent years, with the Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) rising from 23.3 per cent in 2017-18 to 40 per cent in 2025, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS). The Worker Population Ratio (WPR) for women also increased from 22 per cent to 38.8 per cent during the same period. An estimated 20 crore women aged 15 years and above were employed in India in 2025. The figures reflect a broader shift ...