India’s unemployment hits five-month high of 5.1% in March: PLFS
- Posted on April 15, 2026
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India’s unemployment hits five-month high of 5.1% in March: PLFS
In March, India's unemployment rate surged to 5.1%, reaching its highest level in five months. Urban areas experienced a notable increase in joblessness, contributing to the rise in the overall unemployment figure. Women continue to face greater unemployment challenges than men, while the youth demographic also showed a troubling uptick in joblessness.