India, Oct. 24 -- * Labour supply and productivity.Healthy women are more likely to enter, remain in, and thrive within the workforce. Conversely, chronic conditions such as anaemia, reproductive health issues, and non-communicable diseases undermine both participation and performance. The cost is not only in absenteeism but also in "presenteeism," where women are physically present at work but unable to perform at full capacity. India's burden is particularly stark: NFHS-5 data show that over half of women of reproductive age are anaemic, a condition linked to fatigue, diminished stamina, and impaired cognitive functioning. The consequence is reduced productivity in agriculture, manufacturing, and services alike-a silent but significant ...