Rising Wages: The Evolving Landscape of India's Blue-Collar Workforce
Blue-collar wages in India are growing at an annual rate of 5-6%, driven by demand in sectors like manufacturing and e-commerce. While some roles pay well, there is still a gender wage gap. The report underscores the need for workforce reskilling and equitable compensation practices.
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India's blue-collar workforce is witnessing an annual wage growth of 5-6% as companies increasingly offer performance-based incentives to attract skilled talent, according to Deloitte's 'Blue-Collar Workforce Trends 2025' report.
This growth is in response to a 10% rise in hiring intent for blue-collar roles in 2025, particularly in manufacturing, automotive, e-commerce, and logistics sectors, reflecting strong demand for skilled labor.
Despite the positive trends, the report warns of persistent gender wage gaps and the need for reskilling, with less than 2.3% of roles exceeding Rs 60,000 per month and female wages averaging just 0.70 times that of male counterparts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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