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Queer inclusion payoff: companies where LGBTQIA+ workers are comfortable tend to perform better
Indian workplaces lack LGBTQIA+ openness, exacting economic costs. The author, a queer professional, shares personal struggles and coming-out trade-offs. A World Bank report shows output losses from exclusion. True inclusion needs more than statements; it requires accountability, funding, and political will. The private sector is pivotal: inclusion aligns ethics with enterprise value, boosting talent, innovation, and competitiveness. Structured manager training and affirmative action are vital for supportive environments.
LiveMint · Somnath Sengupta · Jun 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM