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Women Lead Half of India's Startups, Attracting Billions in Investment

Women Lead Half of India's Startups, Attracting Billions in Investment

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News18•17-03-2026, 23:27

Women Lead Half of India's Startups, Attracting Billions in Investment

•A silent revolution is transforming Indian business, with women increasingly leading startups.
•Nearly half of India's 2.12 lakh recognized startups are now led by women, as per government figures.
•Women-led startups have attracted significant investment, with Alternative Investment Funds injecting Rs 2,995 crore since 2020.
•The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme has reserved Rs 294 crore for women-operated enterprises.
•The Credit Guarantee Scheme has guaranteed Rs 925 crore in loans to startups, with women entrepreneurs' share growing.

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