Women are growing in the field of entrepreneurship, and thereby, developing an entrepreneurial ecosystem in the country. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi once said,
"No country can progress if its women are not full partners in the development process."
Women are proving to be critical to the economic growth in India as the country realises the true value of including them on an equal footing.
Diverse Ministries and State Governments have taken initiatives to promote entrepreneurship among women, providing incentives and making provisions to ensure their participation. Here's a quick overview of existing schemes and initiatives in the country to identify the best opportunity to expand your business or materialise your idea.
Aims to provide interest subsidy for setting up micro-enterprises to:
Aims to provide a platform for women's Self Help Groups (SHGs) to showcase their innovations and entrepreneurial skill at the district and state levels.
Aims to address the needs of women living in rural areas by:
Aims to foster innovative approaches and create a conducive business environment in Maharashtra.
Aims to empower women by:
Aims to educate the women in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) about legal matters, social issues, and finances. Through this program, women in self-help groups receive planned training.