Labour codes trigger job surge in smaller cities, women hiring sees strong boost

India’s Labour Codes are reshaping the job market, with smaller cities emerging as major employment hubs. Job postings in tier III and IV markets like Kolhapur and Udaipur surged over 55%, while metros continued steady growth. Work-from-office roles rose, wages remained stable, and women’s hiring saw a notable increase, highlighting more inclusive and widely distributed employment opportunities.

Labour codes trigger job surge in smaller cities, women hiring sees strong boost
India’s Labour Codes are reshaping the job market, with smaller cities emerging as major employment hubs. Job postings in tier III and IV markets like Kolhapur and Udaipur surged over 55%, while metros continued steady growth. Work-from-office roles rose, wages remained stable, and women’s hiring saw a notable increase, highlighting more inclusive and widely distributed employment opportunities.