‘Ride-hailing to boost female workforce’

Access to mobility could increase female workforce by over 6% by 2028 in India’s top five cities, according to a report. Ride-hailing services could boost the number of women in the workforces of Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai by 3.7% to 6.5% by 2028. The report, commissioned by Uber and released by Union minister Smriti Irani, highlights how ride-hailing has enabled women to overcome workforce barriers, achieve work-family balance, prioritize safety, and access more career opportunities.