Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Odisha: Subhadra Shakti Mela Kickstarts

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the Subhadra Shakti Mela to boost women's entrepreneurship. Over nine days, 700 self-help groups will showcase 200 products. The state aims to create 25 lakh 'Lakhpati didis' and has increased funding support through various initiatives, including the Subhadra Yojana.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the Subhadra Shakti Mela on Saturday, aimed at nurturing entrepreneurship among women in the region.

The nine-day event will feature 700 self-help groups, presenting over 200 products at 300 stalls, ranging from millet and organic foods to terracotta crafts.

Majhi emphasized women's empowerment as a movement, revealing plans for financial initiatives like increasing Revolving Fund and providing interest waivers to further support self-help groups.