Men and women are the two pillars of the society. The progress of the society, Nation as well as the world is in the hands of Men and women. In ancient India, it is remarkable that both have equal status. Women like Gargi, Maitreyi known as ‘vidushi’ (scholar lady) also we finds the proof of women artist from ancient era. The social conditions was same before British rule in India. Rajmata Jijai, Ahilya bai Holkar like many women known as good manager. Seeds of discrimination were there in Indian society due to imperialist attacks, grow rapidly after ‘Divide and rule’ policy of British rulers reached in the Indian families. Socio – economic condition of Indian Women changed. Some women who received support of the family can show their talent ( Dr. Aanandi Joshi, Sarojini Naidu) and try to change the mind of society. A Development of Women’s Socio Economic status becomes a social problem in independent India. 8th five year plan aim shifted from development to empowerment. In the present paper women empowerment through skill development is discussed in the light of NEP 2020 by Indian Government. Present paper is trying to suggest some innovative ways to empower women through skill development.