Andhra Pradesh Boosts Women's Groups: ₹15,000 Non-Repayable Funds & New Schemes

• Andhra Pradesh government deposits ₹15,000 into accounts of 2,000 new Dwcra groups, totaling ₹3 crores.
• The funds are a non-repayable revolving fund, enhancing financial strength and future loan eligibility for groups.
• Assistance is specifically for Dwcra groups newly formed between August 2, 2024, and November 30, 2025.
• 'Unnati 2.0' scheme launches in January, offering subsidized self-employment loans, targeting tribal youth.
• Unnati 2.0 will train 10,000 tribal youth in horticulture, turmeric, dairy, and rubber cultivation.

Why It Matters: Andhra Pradesh empowers Dwcra women and tribal youth with non-repayable funds and self-employment schemes.