# Let her shine: Empowering women and closing India’s gender gap in STEM

## TL;DR

This paper discusses the gender gap in STEM in India and suggests ways to empower women and close the gap.

## Contribution

The paper outlines socio-cultural and infrastructural factors affecting women in STEM in India and proposes solutions.

## Key findings

- India's gender gap in STEM requires cultural shifts and better support for girls' education.
- Recent trends show promise in increasing women's participation in STEM fields.
- Secure job opportunities are essential to retain women in STEM careers.

## Abstract

Despite globally increasing numbers of women in the STEM workforce, levels still remain suboptimal. Closing the gender gap in an emerging economic power such as India, requires a cultural shift, active support of girls’ education, and more secure job opportunities for graduates.

In recognition of International day of women and girls in STEM, this Editorial by Aparajita Chattopadhyay reflects on the gender gap in STEM in India, outlining socio-cultural and infrastructural factors, recent promising trends, and what is needed to continue these transformations.