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Pilani Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Society (PIEDS) and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

Womenpreneur For Bharat

Backs women-led startups in smaller Indian cities with up to ₹15 lakh in funding plus mentorship, incubation and strategic support.

Between cyclesPilani Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Society (PIEDS) and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)India
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PIEDS offers up to ₹15 lakh in funding along with mentorship, incubation and strategic support to selected women-led startups.

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This programme is for women-led startups based in smaller Indian cities, open to any sector. It is meant to drive inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship outside India's major startup hubs.

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