Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Prioritizing Well-being, Inclusion, and Thriving Workplaces in India
In India, people often spend lots of time at work.
Because of this, companies need to make sure their employees are happy and healthy, not just productive.
This means focusing on things like flexible work options, good leaders, and a safe work environment.
Happy workers are more likely to stay at their jobs and help the company do well.
Also, it's important to include everyone, including women and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and make them feel like they belong.
Making these changes can help companies succeed.
Indian employees work significantly longer hours than the global average.
Companies should prioritize employee well-being and mental health.
Flexibility, empathetic leadership, and psychological safety are valued by employees.
A thriving work environment improves employee retention and business outcomes.
Diversity and inclusion efforts, especially for women and LGBTQIA+ individuals, are crucial.
- Who
- Employers and employees.
- What
- Prioritizing employee well-being, inclusion, and creating a thriving work environment.
- When
- The shift is happening now, in the post-pandemic era.
- Where
- Workplaces in India.
- Why
- To improve employee retention, business outcomes, and foster a more inclusive environment.
Employers
Employees
Well-being vs. Business Outcomes
Employers
Focus on performance and agility.
Employees
Focus on employee well-being and work-life balance.
Time Spent vs. Value Created
Employers
Prioritizing time spent at work.
Employees
Prioritizing value created.
- Average Work Hours (India)
- 46.7 hours per week
- Employees working 49+ hours
- Over 51%
- Women's representation in India’s tech contractual workforce
- 32% (Feb 2025)
- Women in Senior Leadership
- 13.6%
- LGBTQ+ workers experiencing non-inclusive behaviors
- 70% (Deloitte India 2023)