Nifty 50 firms get dismal score on gender pay parity
- Posted on August 18, 2026
- By Business News Today
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Nifty 50 firms get dismal score on gender pay parity
Most Indian companies show a persistent gender pay gap, with women earning less than men. Only a small percentage of companies reported progress towards pay parity in the recent fiscal year. New labor codes strengthen legal foundations against wage discrimination for equal work. Structural career drivers and representation in high-value roles remain unchanged for women. Women are concentrated in junior roles and underrepresented in core business functions.
