Women Entrepreneurs in India

The Reserve Bank of India’s Innovation Hub (RBIH) in May 2024 released a white paper, ‘At the Helm: Women Entrepreneurs Transforming Middle India’, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs in Tier II and III cities.

Key Highlights

  • Women entrepreneurs in Middle India have significant potential to drive economic growth.
  • Their increased participation could create 150–170 million jobs (NITI Aayog) and boost GDP growth by 1.5 percentage points (World Bank).
  • Despite educational and legal advancements, women remain underrepresented in entrepreneurship.

Challenges Faced

  • Limited Access to Capital: Only 3% of women entrepreneurs secure external funding.
  • Lack of Gender-Disaggregated Data: Hinders targeted policy interventions.
  • Societal ....
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