<h1>Empowering Women in Workforce Crucial for India's 9-10% Economic Growth Target, Says Union Minister.</h1> A Union Minister emphasized the importance of empowering women in the workforce to boost India's economic growth, aiming for a 9-10% growth rate. Despite women comprising 48% of the population, only 21% participate in the labor force, half the global average. Government initiatives like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and NITI Aayog's Women Entrepreneurship Platform aim to increase female workforce participation. The minister highlighted technology and innovation as growth drivers, with India poised to lead in AI and digital transformation. The Atal Innovation Mission supports startups, while efforts align with Sustainable Development Goals to achieve gender equality and economic empowerment for women.