The informal service economy for women is marked by pervasive insecurity, low wages, and structural gender discrimination, creating a bleak and challenging landscape for millions—particularly in India, where over 80% of women workers remain concentrated in informal roles (SEWA, 2025; Amitha & Parimalam, 2025; Change in Content, 2024). Women’s Predominance in Informal Work A vast … Continue reading “Bleak Horizons: Gender Inequality and Challenges Facing Women in India’s Informal Service Economy (2025 Data & Solutions)”