India’s industrial jobs cross 2 cr mark in 2024-25 - The Economic Times
India's industrial workforce increased to over 2 crore in 2024-25, driven largely by the manufacturing sector. The registered manufacturing sector saw broad-based growth, with a notable rise in employment and wages. Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana led in manufacturing employment during this period. Gross value added in manufacturing rose significantly, indicating continued expansion in industrial value addition.