Female Labour Force Participation Rising in Northeast India and UTs
The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025 report reveals a significant rise in female labour force participation in India since 2019–20, especially in rural areas where it increased from 33% to 45.9%. Urban areas saw a smaller rise from 23.3% to 27.7%. The northeastern states and Union Territories show higher female labour participation, prompting detailed analysis of rural and urban trends in these regions.
The Hindu··Agartala




