Ashoka University report: 3 in 4 Indian mothers quit jobs
Business
A new Ashoka University report shows that nearly three out of four Indian women leave their jobs after having a baby, and almost half of those who return end up quitting within four months.
This is making it tough for companies to keep talented people and driving up hiring costs.
Experts urge workplace childcare and flexibility
Experts say the main reasons are heavy caregiving duties and not enough support at work.
Swati Jain, Director at The Banyan, points out that companies need to treat child care as a real workplace issue if they want to keep women on board.
Suggestions include better child-care facilities, more flexible work options, and ongoing support after maternity leave, all steps that could help close workforce gaps and boost India's low female participation rate.