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Shivraj Singh Chouhan seeks faster credit for women, meets banks

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged banks to expedite loan approvals for rural women entrepreneurs. He directed officials to enhance training and establish a helpline for Self-Help Group members. The government aims to provide ten lakh crore rupees in loans over five years. This initiative seeks to empower women and foster economic development across India. Discussions will inform the Financial Inclusion 2.0 agenda for better credit access.

3 Sep 2026 10:24 pm