Telangana becomes the first state to get NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform chapter

Current Context: Telangana became the first state to launch a chapter of NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) on October 1, 2024.

• Objective: The WEP Telangana chapter aims to support women entrepreneurs by providing resources, tools, and a robust network to enhance their business growth.
• Key Details:
• Digital Skilling: Training and resources to improve digital literacy and technical skills.
• Financial Services: Access to funding, including government-backed loans and grants.
• Mentorship and Networking: Connections with industry leaders, potential investors, and other entrepreneurs.
• Market Linkages: Helping women-led businesses connect with markets to increase sales and expand their reach.
• Nodal Organization: WE Hub, India’s first incubation center dedicated to women entrepreneurs, will manage and implement the platform.
• This initiative is expected to significantly enhance opportunities for women entrepreneurs in Telangana, helping them overcome challenges and scale their businesses.

Question:

1 Which state launched the first chapter of NITI Aayog's WEP?

• A) Andhra Pradesh
• B) Telangana
• C) Karnataka
• D) Tamil Nadu

Answer: B) Telangana became the first state to launch a chapter of NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) on October 1, 2024.