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JAMMU, MAR 07 (UNI): Woman laborers work at a brick factory highlighting the strength and contribution of women, on the eve of International Women's Day, in Jammu on Saturday. Government data show more women joining the labour force. The women’s labour force participation rate rose from 23.3% in 2017 - 18 to 41.7% in 2023 - 24, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. UNI Photo 39U