Chandigarh- In a bold and progressive move, the state government of Haryana is championing the cause of women's empowerment through the Matrushakti Entrepreneurship Scheme. Designed to be a catalyst for change, this initiative is not just a financial assistance program but a transformative force aimed at elevating the economic and social status of women across rural and urban landscapes.
Sharing more details about the scheme, an official spokesperson said that Matrushakti Udyamita Yojana represents a paradigm shift in the approach to women's empowerment. It goes beyond traditional welfare schemes, focusing on fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance among women. The belief is that when women are economically empowered, the entire community benefits.
One of the pioneering initiatives provided under this scheme is the provision of loans of up to Rs. 3 lakh to women and girls who are permanent residents of Haryana. This financial support is not merely a handout; it's a stepping stone for women to turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. The loans come with a 7 percent interest rate discount, a thoughtful measure to ease the financial burden on the ambitious women embarking on their business journeys. Furthermore, women in the age group of 18 to 60 years, having an annual income upto Rs. 5 lakh are eligible for this scheme.
Under the Matrushakti Udyamita Yojana women are encouraged to use the loans to establish self-employment, the scheme becomes a catalyst for a ripple effect, creating opportunities for others in the community, shared the spokesperson. The spokesperson said that the more details regarding the scheme can be obtained from Haryana Women Development Corporation website http://www.hwdcl.org.