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Women account for 43% of Ayush services workforce, says Centre’s report

The Ayush services sector supports 1.76 million livelihoods across healthcare, wellness, education and allied services

Women account for 43% of Ayush services workforce, says Centre’s report

The Central government's latest report on the Ayush services sector reveals that women account for 43% of the workforce, with their representation reaching over 50% in several organized segments. These include hospitals, day-care centres, educational institutions, and wellness establishments. The sector, which supports 1.76 million livelihoods, has seen a compound annual growth rate of 16.91% since 2022-23.

The report projects that the Ayush services economy could expand to between $216 billion and $318 billion by 2047, with women's participation playing a crucial role in this growth.

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