New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- Ahead of the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, industry leaders have urged targeted reforms to drive growth, ease doing business, and address structural gaps, citing priorities such as women-led entrepreneurship, green finance, and GST reforms.

Women Entrepreneurs Seek Targeted Support

Although women-led firms make up nearly 20 percent of India's MSMEs, industry leaders say they continue to face major hurdles in accessing venture capital, bank credit, and investor support, reported ET.

Devita Saraf, Chairperson and CEO, The Vu Group, said women entrepreneurs face systemic funding challenges, from venture capital to bank loans. She suggested Budget 2026 could help through targeted tax incentives and measures to boos...