Fresh statistics from New Delhi highlight a cooling unemployment trend across India in late 2025. For people 15 years and older, the rate declined quarter-on-quarter, per Ministry of Statistics data. Rural unemployment landed at 4 percent, better than 4.4 percent, with gains for males and females. Cities saw 6.7 percent unemployment, down from 6.9 percent, led by urban men’s improvement to 5.9 percent.
LFPR rose to 55.8 percent, from 55.1 percent, signaling more active job seekers. Women’s LFPR (5+ years) marked a strong rise to 34.9 percent versus 33.7 percent, reflecting possible gains in accessibility.
WPR increased to 53.1 percent, with rural areas on an upward path. Self-employment swelled to 63.2 percent rural and 39.7 percent urban. Agriculture held firm at 58.5 percent of rural employment.
This snapshot reveals economic vitality, especially in informal and farm sectors. While not a full recovery, it eases concerns over stagnation. Future reports will clarify if policy measures and seasonal factors sustain this progress.