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@article{192424,
        author = {Dr.N.SATHIYA},
        title = {Women Empowerment and Gender Equality in Tea Tourism and Farming in India},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {9},
        pages = {1694-1697},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=192424},
        abstract = {Tea farming and tea tourism are significant components of India’s agricultural economy, particularly in Assam, West Bengal (Darjeeling, Dooars), Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Women form more than half of the workforce in these regions, yet they face systemic challenges of wage inequality, lack of ownership rights, poor working conditions, and limited opportunities for leadership. This paper focuses specifically on the Indian context, analyzing the contribution of women in tea farming and tea tourism, identifying barriers to gender equality, and exploring empowerment initiatives that can enhance socio-economic outcomes. By integrating available data and case studies from India, this study highlights the importance of gender-inclusive practices for sustainable development in the Indian tea sector.},
        keywords = {Tea, Tourism, Agricultural, Women},
        month = {February},
        }