DIC Shimla organizes Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme under RAMP Project; 55 women entrepreneurs participate
Shimla, June 8: In a significant step towards promoting women-led entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, the District Industries Centre (DIC), Shimla, organized a one-day Funding and Networking Meet along with an Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme in Shimla. The programme was conducted through NITCON Limited and saw enthusiastic participation from around 55 women entrepreneurs from different parts of the district.
The event, organized by the Department of Industries, was chaired by Surender Sharma, Extension Officer (EO), DIC Shimla. The programme aimed to create awareness about financial assistance opportunities, government support schemes, and marketing platforms available to women entrepreneurs.
Participants actively engaged in discussions and networking sessions, showcasing their enthusiasm to expand their businesses and strengthen their entrepreneurial skills. The event provided a valuable platform for women entrepreneurs to interact with experts and gain insights into business development opportunities.
During the programme, detailed information was shared on banking services, loan sanction procedures, government subsidies and incentive schemes, insurance benefits, Udyam Registration, and digital and online registration processes. Experts also guided participants on how to access institutional support and leverage government initiatives for business growth.
Representatives from various departments and institutions attended the programme, including Parikshit Gangta from the LDM Office and UCO Bank, Hemlata Verma, District Programme Manager, DRDA-NRLM, noted entrepreneur Rachna Shakya, and officials of the Department of Industries.
The programme was organized under Component-7, “Social Inclusion,” of the RAMP (Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance) Project. The initiative seeks to improve financial access for women entrepreneurs, strengthen their linkage with government schemes, and facilitate sustainable livelihood opportunities and market connections.
Officials stated that the programme served as a practical and impactful initiative aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs, enhancing their financial literacy, and encouraging self-reliance through entrepreneurship.
