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India's Growth Fuels Inequality: Bridging the Gap Needed

3/22/2025

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India's booming economy is casting a shadow of inequality, as the wealthiest 10% claimed nearly 60% of the nation's income in 2022-23. The rise of automation has left low-skilled workers struggling for jobs. To bridge this widening gap, India must focus on labor-intensive industries, reform regulations, and boost vocational training for a more equitable future.

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India's booming economy is casting a shadow of inequality, as the wealthiest 10% claimed nearly 60% of the nation's income in 2022-23. The rise of automation has left low-skilled workers struggling for jobs. To bridge this widening gap, India must focus on labor-intensive industries, reform regulations, and boost vocational training for a more equitable future.