Creating an Inclusive Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for Women in Haryana’s MSMEs

Author(s)	Priyanka Yadav, Vidhi Bhargava
Country	India
Abstract	This study examines women entrepreneurship in Haryana’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, highlighting opportunities and challenges. It identifies key barriers such as limited access to finance, socio-cultural biases, and restricted market opportunities while emphasizing enablers like education, supportive policies, and technology. Haryana has a stark gender disparity, with women-led MSMEs comprising only 0.79%, significantly lower than in southern states. The research underscores the need for targeted interventions, including financial solutions, mentorship, skill development, and digital inclusion. Government initiatives like the Mahila Mandal Scheme and Haryana Women Development Corporation play a crucial role in fostering women’s entrepreneurship. The study calls for future research on policy effectiveness, intersectionality, and digital advancements. Its findings aim to guide policymakers in creating an inclusive ecosystem to enhance women’s participation in MSMEs, promoting economic growth, gender equality, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Haryana.
Keywords	Women entrepreneurship, MSME, Women-led Businesses, Women Empowerment, Financial Inclusion
Field	Business Administration
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On	2025-02-18
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.37117
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g85sv2

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