Explore the nuanced landscape of women’s mobility within the Indian informal economy. This critical analysis uses the Capability Approach to challenge prevailing development discourse, revealing how patriarchal structures shape women’s agency and autonomy. Through powerful accounts of female workers, this book deconstructs notions of work mobility and introduces ‘transformational mobility’. It’s a vital read for students, researchers, and policymakers keen on understanding gender, work, and development policies in India, posing essential questions for fostering collective capabilities.