Fear of work-life imbalance holds back women from pursuing top roles

DESPITE PROGRESS IN workplace inclusivity, wage disparity based on gender remains a pressing issue in the country.

- BISWAJIBAN SHARMA

A report by Naukri, a recruitment platform, revealed that women continue to earn less than their male counterparts across all industries. The gap is especially stark at senior levels, where pay inequality remains a significant challenge.

According to Naukri's 'The Unfiltered Truth: What Women Professionals Really Want' report, pay disparity remains a significant concern, particularly at senior levels.

While only 11% of women earning between ₹2 and ₹5 lakh per annum (LPA) perceive a gender pay gap, this number jumps to 26% for those earning between ₹50 lakh and ₹1 crore.

The issue is most pronounced in cities like Mumbai (28%), Bengaluru (27%), and Delhi (24%), and industries like BFSI (28%), FMCG (27%), and IT (24%).