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India lags Asia-Pacific in female management representation: ILO
India ranks near the bottom among Asia-Pacific economies for women in managerial roles, with females holding just 11-12 per cent of such positions. The disparity extends to earnings, with women earning roughly 28 per cent less per hour than their male counterparts.
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India's performance on gender equality in the workplace remains a significant concern, according to latest labour market analysis. Women account for only 11-12 per cent of managerial positions across the country, placing India 32nd among 34 Asia-Pacific economies studied.
The gender gap extends beyond representation to compensation. Female employees across India earn approximately 28 per cent less per hour than men, highlighting persistent wage discrimination in the Indian labour market. This disparity underscores structural barriers that continue to limit women's economic participation and advancement.
The findings reflect broader challenges in India's labour force, where women face multiple obstacles to career progression and equal pay. Despite comprising a significant portion of the workforce, women remain underrepresented in leadership and decision-making roles across sectors.
These metrics suggest India needs targeted interventions to improve workplace gender parity. Policymakers and businesses face pressure to implement measures addressing both representation in management and wage equity to unlock the country's full economic potential.