Mizoram CM Launches WEP To Promote Women Entrepreneurship in the State

By: WE staff | Friday, 28 February 2025

• Mizoram CM Lalduhoma launches Mizoram chapter of Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) at Mizoram University campus
• Niti Aayog member VK Paul attends state workshop on women-led development through entrepreneurship
• CM Lalduhoma expresses gratitude to Niti Aayog for the initiative

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the Mizoram chapter of the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) at Mizoram University. Held in Aizawl, the launch took place during a state workshop focused on women-led development through entrepreneurship, with Niti Aayog member VK Paul in attendance.

CM Lalduhoma expressed his gratitude to Niti Aayog for selecting Mizoram as the first state in the Northeast to host a WEP chapter. "VK Paul's presence at this event is a great encouragement for us, and I am confident it will lead to positive results. Women in Mizoram are hardworking and skilled, and they play a crucial role in the state's economic development," he said.

"To support young and aspiring entrepreneurs, the state government has launched the Bana Kaih scheme. Currently in its pilot phase, we have selected 517 progress partners, of which 140 (27percent) are women. We hope that more women will benefit from this scheme, and we are also collaborating closely with Niti Aayog on Bana Kaih and other initiatives," said Lalduhoma.

VK praised the entrepreneurial spirit of women in Mizoram, stating that the WEP, launched by the Chief Minister, will be a vital catalyst for women’s empowerment and economic growth. He encouraged women entrepreneurs to register with WEP and fully utilize its opportunities. "The empowerment of women is essential for India's overall development, and the prime minister himself places great importance on this cause," he said.

State Labour, Employment, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar, Chief Secretary Khilli Rama Meena, and other senior officials also attended the event. On the occasion, CM Lalduhoma also launched several WEP initiatives, including the Yashasvani and Swavalambini programs, among others.