Thiruvananthapuram, Oct. 10 -- Kerala is set to launch a scheme offering low-interest loans to women-led enterprises in the tourism sector, Minister for Public Works and Tourism P A Mohamed Riyas informed the State Assembly today.
The initiative, developed in association with the Women's Development Corporation, is part of the government's efforts to promote women-friendly tourism in Kerala. Riyas confirmed that discussions were held with the Minister for Woman and Child Development to finalise the scheme.
The scheme is expected to be finalised this month. It aims to attract more women entrepreneurs and service providers, thereby generating employment and firming up the state's standing as a women-friendly destination.
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