India talks diversity, but most companies employ less than 1% people with disabilities
India’s corporate diversity narrative falters when it comes to disability inclusion. Despite strong laws and public commitments, most companies employ fewer than 1 per cent persons with disabilities, according to the Marching Sheep PwD Inclusion Index 2025. The gap reflects systemic barriers, not lack of talent, locking millions of capable Indians out of formal employment.
India’s corporate diversity narrative falters when it comes to disability inclusion. Despite strong laws and public commitments, most companies employ fewer than 1 per cent persons with disabilities, according to the Marching Sheep PwD Inclusion Index 2025. The gap reflects systemic barriers, not lack of talent, locking millions of capable Indians out of formal employment.
