Mumbai, April 15 -- Government released the latest monthly update on Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), reflecting a modest rise in unemployment rate (UR). The overall Urban Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) among persons of age 15 years and above is reported as 55.4% in March, 2026. Rural LFPR was 58.0% in March, 2026 as compared to 58.7% in February, 2026 while urban LFPR remained almost stable during this period. Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in March, 2026 was reported as 34.4%, against 35.3% in February, 2026. Female LFPR in rural areas was found as 38.9% in March, 2026, while the same stood at 25.2% in urban areas during the month.

The Worker Population Ratio (WPR) in the age group 15 years and above remained...