- The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with NITI Aayog, launched Swavalambini, a Women Entrepreneurship Programme.
- Objective: To establish a structured and stage-wise entrepreneurial journey for young women.
- Target Audience: Women in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
- Aim:
- Nurturing entrepreneurial spirit among young women.
- Providing the mindset, resources, and mentorship needed to build and scale businesses.
- Key Features of Swavalambini Programme:
- Faculty Development Programme (FDP):
Training for faculty members from participating HEIs.
Five-day training sessions to equip faculty with entrepreneurial knowledge.
- Mentorship & Support:Business plan development with mentorship from industry experts & successful entrepreneurs.
- Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP):Advanced training after initial entrepreneurial awareness.
Focus areas:
- Business Planning & Strategy.
- Leadership & Decision-Making Skills.
- Financial Literacy & Investment Strategies.
- Market Research & Competitive Analysis.