'Over 50% owners in small business manufacturing are women'

In 2023-24, 58% of manufacturing establishments were led by women, a rise from the previous year. Women made up 28.1% of the overall workforce, with significant contributions in OAEs and proprietary businesses. Notably, West Bengal and Maharashtra employ significant numbers of female workers in rural and urban sectors, respectively.

Jan 30, 2025 - 07:00

'Over 50% owners in small business manufacturing are women'

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In 2023-24, 58% of manufacturing establishments were led by women, a rise from the previous year. Women made up 28.1% of the overall workforce, with significant contributions in OAEs and proprietary businesses. Notably, West Bengal and Maharashtra employ significant numbers of female workers in rural and urban sectors, respectively.