The Union Budget 2025-26 has been introduced, and under this budget, several initiatives have been announced to empower women, particularly in entrepreneurship and economic participation. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a new scheme to support women and SC/ST entrepreneurs.
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The Union Budget 2025-26 : Credit Access and Special loans for first-time women entrepreneurs.
It is a new scheme to help women entrepreneurs, especially those starting their first business from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). The government will offer loans of up to Rs 2 crore, to 5 lakh women entrepreneurs over the next five years, making it easier for them to get financial support and grow their businesses.
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Union Budget 2025-26: Inclusive Growth to all
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusive development and balanced growth across all regions. She highlighted the need to empower all sections of society, especially women, in the economy.
As part of its vision for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India), the government aims to eradicate poverty, provide quality education, and ensure affordable healthcare for all.
Union Budget 2025-26: Strengthening Welfare for Women Workers.
- In the 2024 full budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a ₹3 lakh crore allocation for women and girl-focused schemes.
- She emphasized that women are one of the four key pillars of the government’s policy plans, along with the poor, youth, and farmers.
- The government plans to build hostels for working women and set up creches to help them balance work and family life.
- Sitharaman highlighted women’s growing participation in the workforce and STEM courses.
- The government will promote cervical cancer vaccinations for girls aged 9 to 14.
- Healthcare coverage under the Ayushman Bharat scheme has been extended to all ASHA and Anganwadi workers and helpers.
Union Budget 2025-26: Economic Empowerment of Women Enterprises and Start-ups
To support women-led businesses, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has introduced the Economic Empowerment of Women Enterprises and Start-ups by Women scheme. This initiative aims to provide incubation and acceleration support to female micro-entrepreneurs, equipping them with essential resources and training to expand their businesses. Currently operational in Assam, Rajasthan, and Telangana, the scheme underscores the government’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs and fostering inclusive economic growth.
