Analysis

The Sampadak Express presents an exclusive, in-depth report on the Uttar Pradesh Panchayat Elections 2026, a significant event that will shape the state's political...

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A new study released by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) reveals why thousands of experienced women are leaving the PR industry mid-career or failing to reach leadership roles. Despite making up two-thirds of the workforce below director level, women hold just 46% of senior roles—highlighting a persistent gender gap.The Missing Women report identifies three core barriers driving this trend: entrenched cultural biases, rigid workplace structures, and societal caregiving expectations. These challenges often force women to make difficult trade-offs between career growth and personal responsibilities.The study calls for urgent action across five areas, from leadership development and flexible work patterns to cultural change and structural reform—warning that without systemic change, the loss of female talent will continue to weaken the industry’s future.

The results of the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections have broader implications beyond just who forms the next government. Key takeaways include the growing importance of welfare schemes targeted at women, such as Maharashtra's "Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana" and Jharkhand's "Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman Yojana," which significantly influenced voter turnout. Additionally, the caste census debate resurfaced, with marginalized voters showing concern over BJP's stance on reservations, yet its impact in these elections appeared muted. Lastly, ideology, particularly Hindutva, played a critical role in Maharashtra, where the BJP’s clear ideological stance helped secure significant victories, highlighting that, even in a fragmented political landscape, ideology remains a crucial factor in electoral success.