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PM Modi Highlights Success of PM SVANidhi Yojana for Women Entrepreneurs

Narendra Modi shared success stories of women business owners during the 137th episode of Mann Ki Baat on August 30, 2026. PM SVANidhi Yojana is a main source of support for women across the country. Nearly 46 per cent of its eligible people are women.
Impact of PM SVANidhi Yojana
The Prime Minister mentioned that about 35 lakh women now use this money help to grow their businesses. Street vendors like Babita Sharma in Ghaziabad and small eatery owners like T S Ningamma in Bengaluru use the support to expand their work. This financial help is improving livelihoods for their families. These stories show how capital support helps small work grow into sustainable businesses.
