Women entrepreneurs in India are rewriting the playbook on success by leading industries and turning bold ideas into thriving businesses. With 22 million women-led small businesses, female entrepreneurs now drive 20% of India’s SME sector. Whether in tech, health-care, finance or e-commerce, they’re driving change, reshaping industries and setting new benchmarks for success and growth.
The Role of Capital in Women’s Entrepreneurship
Over 73,000 women-driven ventures have been recognized under Start-up India - nearly half of all registered startups. With increasing access to funding and skill development, women entrepreneurs are progressing rapidly. Though there’s still room for growth, the landscape is evolving, making it easier for women to build and scale their ventures.
With South Indian Bank’s SIB GST Power Business Loan, women entrepreneurs can focus on growing their businesses without financial roadblocks. This tailored loan products provides the capital needed for expansion with quick approvals and flexible repayment options, helping women-led businesses build stronger foundations for success in today’s competitive market.
India’s startup ecosystem is truly witnessing a women-led revolution! Today, we’re spotlighting the top 3 industries where female entrepreneurs are excelling, and how the right financial support is fuelling their growth.
3 Industries Where Women Entrepreneurs Are Redefining Success
● Handicrafts
Women like Geetanjali Gupta and Avipsha Thakur are transforming India’s handicraft industry. Geetanjali Crafts empowers 5,000 women artisans in handloom and wedding accessories, while Bunavat by Avipsha connects 950+ weavers across 11 states to make contemporary sarees through traditional weaves, ensuring fair trade and direct e-commerce sales.
● Healthcare & FemTech
From AI-driven diagnostics to technology-driven solutions for women's healthcare needs - known as FemTech, women-led startups are truly redefining the healthcare space in India. Entrepreneurs like Shaili Chopra (Gytree) and Navneet Kaur (Femtech India) are creating innovative solutions for reproductive health, wellness and holistic care, empowering women with better health-care choices.
● Sustainability & Green Businesses
From zero-waste fashion to green tech, women entrepreneurs are making sustainability mainstream. Vaishali Nigam Sinha’s leadership at ReNew Power, advances India’s clean energy mission, while Sumeet Kaur’s Spudnik Farms fosters eco-conscious agriculture. Their success highlights the power of women entrepreneurs in driving sustainable solutions.
As women entrepreneurs break barriers and lead across industries, they are fuelling India’s economic progress. With the right financial support, they can drive monumental change - fuelling innovation, creating jobs and fostering inclusive growth.
ALSO READ: Stronger, Smarter, Bigger: How Budget 2025-26 Empowers MSMEs
Disclaimer: The article is for information purpose only. The views expressed in this article are personal and do not necessarily constitute the views of The South Indian Bank Ltd. or its employees. The South Indian Bank Ltd and/or the author shall not be responsible for any direct/indirect loss or liability incurred by the reader for taking any financial/non-financial decisions based on the contents and information’s in the blog article. Please consult your financial advisor or the respective field expert before making any decisions.