Gender Wage Gap and Workforce Participation in Delhi: A Report Overview

A Delhi government report highlights an increase in female labour force participation but notes persistent wage disparities with men. From 2017 to 2023, the female work ratio rose but wages remained lower than men's. The report advocates reforms for equitable economic rights for women under Sustainable Development Goals.

A recent report from the Delhi government unveils significant findings regarding gender disparities in the region's labor market. While the participation of women in the workforce has shown an increase, their earnings still trail behind those of their male counterparts.

The report, from the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, focuses on sustainable development goals. It illustrates an upward trend in the female-to-male labour force participation rate from 0.19 in 2017-18 to 0.28 in 2023-24, indicating a more active female workforce.

Despite this progress, wage gaps remain noteworthy. In non-public work sectors, women's wages have seen an increase but continue to lag behind that of men. The report underscores the importance of reforms for women's economic empowerment, targeting equal rights to resources and ownership in accordance with national laws.

(With inputs from agencies.)