Sonal Shah. She Drives the Electric Mobility Transition – Why India´s EV aspirations must be gender-inclusive. Economic Policies for Women-led Development, 2026.
This publication explores the role of women in India’s transition to electric mobility and highlights why gender inclusion is essential for a just and effective shift. While the EV sector presents new economic and environmental opportunities, women remain underrepresented across the value chain, from manufacturing to operations and leadership.
The article examines the structural barriers limiting women’s participation, including access to skills, finance, and safe working conditions. It argues that without targeted interventions, the transition to electric mobility risks reproducing existing inequalities in the transport sector.
By emphasizing the importance of inclusive policies, workforce development, and equitable access to opportunities, the publication outlines pathways to ensure that women can actively participate in and benefit from India’s evolving mobility landscape.