It is also important to note the invisible labor. The average Indian woman spends 299 minutes per day on unpaid care work (compared to 31 minutes by men, as per the Time Use Survey). This includes cooking over a gas stove in the heat, cleaning, and caring for the elderly. However, the rise of kitchen gadgets, gas deliveries, and food delivery apps (Swiggy/Zomato) is slowly decoupling women from the "24/7 kitchen" expectation.
: Indian women are known for their stunning traditional clothing, such as saris, lehengas, and salwar kameez. These outfits vary across regions and communities, showcasing the country's incredible cultural diversity.
If you ask any Indian woman what defines her daily life, she might say Jugaad . It is a colloquial Hindi word meaning an innovative hack or a makeshift solution.