While Indian workplaces now have more women, recent events in Malayalam film industry and Kolkata medic case reveal troubling setbacks in gender equality
The report exposes severe gender inequities, including pervasive sexual harassment and lack of basic facilities for women, in Malayalam film industry
Initial recommendations were deemed insufficient, leading to public outcry and demands for the full report, which highlighted the industry's deep-seated misogyny
The issues raise concerns about gender equity across professions. Inadequate action in response to harassment complaints reflects systemic apathy
The 2012 Delhi gang rape case led to stricter laws, empowering more women to report abuse. But the Hema Committee report shows a lot remains to be done
The report underscores the distance India still needs to travel to ensure that women can achieve true social equality and security