• Wed, December 25, 2024

by: Businessworld

Equality & Opportunity: India's Gen Z Seeks Growth That Includes All, Not Just A Few

A 24-year-old Deepak Sharma believes India is at a pivotal moment in its economic trajectory but is optimistic and cautious about its growth and the road ahead. India's gross domestic product (GDP) growth slowed to 5.
  • Thu, December 26, 2024

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Equality & Opportunity: India's Gen Z Seeks Growth That Includes All, Not Just A Few

A 24-year-old Deepak Sharma believes India is at a pivotal moment in its economic trajectory but is optimistic and cautious about its growth and the road ahead. India's gross domestic product (GDP) growth slowed to 5.

The article from BusinessWorld discusses how India's Generation Z is pushing for a more inclusive growth model that transcends traditional boundaries of caste, religion, and gender. This generation, having grown up in a digital era, values equality and opportunity for all, influenced by global movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter. They are keen on workplaces that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), with a significant emphasis on mental health, work-life balance, and fair compensation. Gen Z in India is also noted for their entrepreneurial spirit, seeking not just jobs but meaningful careers that align with their values of sustainability and social responsibility. Their approach to work and life reflects a broader, more inclusive vision for India's future, where growth benefits everyone, not just a select few.

Read the Full Businessworld Article at:
https://www.businessworld.in/article/equality-opportunity-indias-gen-z-seeks-growth-that-includes-all-not-just-a-few-543073