India is presently the fifth-largest economy in the world and is
predicted to become the third largest economy in 2027 (Financial
Year 2028 for India). The growth of the Indian economy is
attributable to various factors such as untapped markets,
geopolitical situation and favorable policies and initiatives of
the Indian Government. However, it is India's young and
aspirational population, which makes 'human resources' an
integral building block of India's economic growth. With the
increasing importance of human resources, we see the emergence of
new types of employment and the relationship between employers and
employees (permanent and temporary). Another important aspect that
fuels growth for businesses and the economy is
'sustainability'. In this section, we look at the
intersection of sustainability and human resources through the lens
of DEI - diversity, equity, and inclusion, and India's efforts
towards promoting and achieving DEI goals and the impact
