Urban Poverty

In April 2024, the India Employment Report (IER) 2024 which is jointly published by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Institute for Human Development (IHD) highlighted the paradox of higher unemployment alongside rising wages in urban areas, necessitating deeper analysis of its impact on the urban poor.

Key Highlights

  • Economic Growth (2015-16 to 2022-23): 5.4% average real GDP growth, yet concerns persist over whether benefits have reached lower-income groups.
  • Urban Unemployment:
    • Higher among youth (15–19 years) compared to rural areas.
    • Gender Gap in Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) (2022): 61.2% for young men vs. 21.7% for young women.
  • Urban Poverty: Declined from 13.7% ....
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