🚀 The rise of women entrepreneurs in India! Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted the increase in the proportion of women in leadership positions:
- 2018: 13.8% of women in director positions
- Now: 18.3% and 20 out of 111 Indian unicorns are led by women
💼 Support for women entrepreneurs:
- 80% of Stand Up India funds are directed to women
- 10% of SIDBI fund is reserved for startups founded by women
- 70% of PM Mudra Scheme loans are allocated to women
- The government is required to purchase 3% of goods and services from women-owned businesses
🍽️ Swiggy's 'She The Change' initiative supports women entrepreneurs in the foodservice industry.