India's gig economy is booming, yet women remain underrepresented due to digital skill gaps, safety concerns, and restrictive social norms, a recent study reveals.
Safety concerns, social norms hinder women's participation
Aug 25, 2026
04:05 pm
What's the storyA recent study by the International Labor Organization and the National Council of Applied Economic Research has highlighted the underrepresentation of women in India's fast-growing gig economy.
Despite near-equal access to basic bank accounts, Indian women are missing out on opportunities in companies like Uber Technologies, Swiggy, and Urban Company.
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