AN EMPIRICAL STUDY ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN WORK LIFE BALANCE AMONG WORKING WOMEN

“An Empirical Study on Sustainable Development in Work-Life Balance Among Working Women” examines the 
growing importance of maintaining a healthy equilibrium between professional and personal life in the context 
of sustainable development. With the rapid transformation of the global and Indian workforce, women’s 
participation in diverse sectors has increased significantly. However, this progress has also intensified the dual 
burden on women, who are expected to fulfill both professional commitments and traditional domestic roles. 
This study aims to empirically investigate the factors influencing work-life balance among working women and 
its implications for their long-term career sustainability, well-being, and contribution to sustainable 
development.The research is based on both primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected through a 
structured questionnaire administered to working women across various sectors, including education, 
healthcare, corporate, and information technology. Secondary data was gathered from journals, reports, and 
previous studies to provide a comprehensive theoretical framework. The study analyses key variables such as 
working hours, organizational support, family responsibilities, stress levels, job satisfaction, and personal 
empowerment to understand their impact on achieving a sustainable work-life balance.The findings indicate 
that a majority of working women face challenges in balancing their professional and personal responsibilities 
due to factors such as long working hours, inflexible work schedules, lack of supportive workplace policies, and 
persistent societal expectations. These challenges often lead to increased stress, reduced productivity, and 
lower job satisfaction. The study also reveals that while many organizations have introduced supportive 
measures like flexible working hours, remote work options, and maternity benefits, their implementation 
remains inconsistent and sometimes inadequate. As a result, only a limited proportion of women experience a 
truly balanced and sustainable work-life structure.Furthermore, the study highlights the critical role of personal 
empowerment, time management skills, and family support in achieving work-life balance. Women who receive 
support from family members and work in organizations with inclusive and flexible cultures are better able to 
manage their responsibilities and maintain higher levels of well-being and career satisfaction. The research 
also emphasizes the importance of shifting societal attitudes toward shared domestic responsibilities, which can 
significantly reduce the burden on women and promote gender equality.From a sustainable development 
perspective, the study underscores that work-life balance is not merely an individual concern but a broader 
socio-economic issue that affects organizational efficiency, workforce retention, and overall societal progress.