Empowering Women: NSDC and Britannia Launch Entrepreneurship Program

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnered with Britannia to launch a Women Entrepreneurship Program targeting challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. The program offers free self-learning courses on the Skill India Digital Hub, culminating in a grand finale where top contestants present their business ideas. Financial grants will be awarded to the most successful participants.

The National Skill Development Corporation on Wednesday launched a Women Entrepreneurship Program in partnership with Britannia, aiming to tackle challenges faced by women in entrepreneurship through essential skills, knowledge, and networking opportunities.

The initiative features free self-learning basic entrepreneurship courses available in multiple languages on the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH). Upon course completion, participants will receive a co-branded certificate from NSDC, Britannia Industries, and the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD).

This initiative aims to empower approximately 25 lakh women across India, equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources to start and grow successful businesses. The program will conclude with a grand finale, where the top 50 contestants will present their business ideas to a distinguished jury. Britannia Industries will provide financial grants of Rs 10 lakh each to 10 of the most successful contestants.

''We have achieved significant progress in entrepreneurship through NIESBUD and special programs with various ministries,'' said Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship. Tiwari also mentioned close collaborations with corporates and government departments to provide skill training to women's self-help groups, helping them organize into various business entities.

Rajneet Singh Kohli, CEO and Executive Director of Britannia Industries, affirmed the partnership's commitment to fostering a nurturing ecosystem for women to lead, innovate, and drive the economy forward. ''Together, we are empowering women to reach their full potential,'' Kohli said.

(With inputs from agencies.)