Women’s participation is essential for a nation’s progress and overall development. Their involvement in the workforce plays a key role in achieving inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Women hold a significant and indispensable position in society, and their status is often evaluated based on factors such as education, income, employment, health, fertility, and their roles within the family, community, and broader society. In India, economic development has led to notable changes in women’s lives, particularly in terms of employment opportunities. According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2022–23, the share of women in the workforce increased by 4.2 percentage points to reach 37.0% in 2023. This marks a substantial rise from 22% in 2017–18 to 35.9% in 2022–23, reflecting an overall growth of 13.9 percentage points.