Bengaluru has emerged as the top city for working women in India in 2024, surpassing Chennai, according to a survey by workplace culture consulting firm, Avatar Group. The city scored high on inclusivity, safety, and adaptability, providing an enabling environment for women professionals.
Mumbai secured the third position, while Delhi ranked eighth. Southern cities dominated the rankings, with 16 of the top 25 cities hailing from the region, highlighting their progressive gender inclusivity.
Bengaluru’s strong performance was attributed to better women’s skill development, robust employment opportunities, caregiving support, and superior infrastructure. Mumbai and Bengaluru led in skilling and job availability, while Chennai and Hyderabad lagged slightly.
Mumbai and Hyderabad ranked highest on safety
On safety, Mumbai and Hyderabad ranked highest, while Gurugram recorded the lowest safety rating. Among smaller urban centers, Thiruvananthapuram stood out for exemplary safety standards.
Hyderabad and Bengaluru excelled in caregiving infrastructure among metros, while Gurugram and Coimbatore were noted for strong support systems for dependents. Hyderabad also topped the infrastructure ratings, with Mumbai close behind.
This survey was conducted between February and November 2024, with the participation of 1,672 women from 60 cities. 120 cities across India were considered for the study.
Despite ranking third, women working in Mumbai while speaking with The Times of Mumbai highlighted areas where the city could improve to become more accommodating for women professionals:
Laxmi Singh, a media professional, pointed out the lack of security in local trains and platforms. “I often travel after 11 PM, and I’ve noticed unauthorized individuals entering women compartments, which is a serious concern,” she said.
Deepti Acharya, working as freelancer in Mumbai, emphasized the need for better infrastructure, noting that many women in the city often commute long distances to reach their workplaces.
Kalpana Gupta, a BMC teacher who commutes daily from Kalyan to Kurla, agreed on the need for improved infrastructure and security. She noted, “While Mumbai offers ample opportunities for women, many are held back by family responsibilities and societal expectations.”
Shraddha Pandey, an IT professional, highlighted the disparity in job opportunities between Bengaluru and Mumbai. “Bengaluru offers significantly more opportunities for women. Companies in Mumbai should focus on increasing female hiring to bridge this gap,” she suggested.
Mumbai’s ranking reflects its strengths but also underscores the areas where it can improve to ensure a more enabling environment for its women professionals.
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