Tamil Nadu Employs 43% Women in Electronics, Surpassing Other States

Why in news

Tamil Nadu's female labor force participation in electronics manufacturing surged to 43% by 2023-24, surpassing other industrial states through state-led housing initiatives.

Background

MoSPI data reveals Tamil Nadu's female employment in electronics manufacturing rose from 20% in 2013-14 to 43% in 2023-24. The state government and Foxconn inaugurated a Rs 706.5 crore residential complex for women workers in August 2024.

Facts for Prelims

• FactTamil Nadu's female employment in electronics manufacturing reached 43% in 2023-24
• FactMoSPI (Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation) is the nodal body for manufacturing employment data
• PlaceCoimbatore and Madurai are identified as key hubs for female labor force participation in Tamil Nadu
• FactA Rs 706.5 crore residential complex was inaugurated in August 2024 for women workers

For Mains

Q. Analyze how state-led infrastructure interventions, such as worker housing, can bridge the gender gap in industrial manufacturing and contribute to inclusive economic growth.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Infrastructure-led inclusion: Mitigating migration risks and safety concerns for female workers through dedicated residential complexes
• Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model: Leveraging private investment (e.g., Foxconn) to provide social infrastructure for industrial labor

Keywords: Gender-inclusive growth · Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) · Industrial infrastructure · Public-Private Partnership · Manufacturing hub

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