Mission Shakti, launched in 2001 by the Government of Odisha, is a state-sponsored program that aims at empowering women through Self Help Groups (SHGs). A key component of this initiative is the Mission Shakti Loan Scheme, which provides financial assistance to these groups to support their livelihood activities. Key Features Interest Rate Subsidy: The state government […]

Odisha Swayam : Odisha government launched the Swathantra Yuva Udyami (SWAYAM) Scheme in 2023, aiming to empower young people in the state by providing them with interest-free loans to start or expand their businesses. What is the SWAYAM Scheme? SWAYAM translates to “Self-Reliant Young Entrepreneur” and aims to tackle unemployment and encourage self-employment among the