Thiruvananthapuram: The Micro Enterprise Development Scheme implemented in the state through Kudumbashree to support Kudumbashree members and enterprises working in the non-agricultural sector has been a success. The objective of the scheme was to form 2,000 enterprises in ten selected blocks within one and a half years. The scheme was completed by forming 2,273 enterprises, including 358 group enterprises and 1,915 individual enterprises, within the period. Through this, the project also helped 3,357 women find their own employment.
The Micro Enterprise Development Scheme was implemented as part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) implemented in the state through Kudumbashree. As part of this, ten Micro Enterprise Consultants were selected in each block for enterprise formation activities. Through them, women interested in starting enterprises in the self-employment sector were identified and various job skill training and financial support were provided. NRLM funds of Rs. 20 lakhs were also provided to each block selected for the project activities.
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