Shobha Karandlaje

May 12, 2026 8:07 PM

Jitan Ram Manjhi lays foundation stone for MSME technology hub in Bengaluru’s Peenya

Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for the NSIC Technology-cum-Common Facility Centre (TCFC) at Peenya Industrial Area in Bengaluru, aimed at strengthening technology access, skilling and innovation support for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Karnataka and neighbouring regions. The facility, being developed by National Small Industries Corporation with support from the Ministry of MSME, will be built at an estimated cost of around Rs 46 cror...

April 16, 2026 4:25 PM

PM Modi shares article emphasising urgent implementation of women’s reservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared an article by Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje, underlining the urgency of implementing one-third reservation for women in legislatures and completing key processes such as the Census and delimitation without delay. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) highlighted that the article presents women’s reservation as a collective national moment and a milestone for Parliament as an institution. It noted that Karandlaje has str...

April 13, 2026 10:34 PM

PM Modi’s push for women’s reservation historic: Shobha Karandlaje

Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Shobha Karandlaje, said that women’s reservation is a historic decision and that PM Modi has taken significant steps in this direction, increasing women's responsibilities. She was speaking on Monday at a special event organised by Nari Shakti Forum at Puttanna Chetty Town Hall on the Nari Shakti Vandan Act - 2026 (which proposes 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament). She noted that P...

March 16, 2026 4:00 PM

Credit disbursement to MSMEs by banks sees sharp rise over last three years: Shobha Karandlaje

Credit disbursement to the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector by banks has recorded significant growth over the past three years, reflecting improved access to finance for small businesses, according to government data. As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), loans extended to the sector by Scheduled Commercial Banks rose from ₹16.96 lakh crore in 2022-23 to ₹22.04 lakh crore in 2023-24, and further to ₹26.43 lakh crore in 2024-25. The information was shared in the Rajya S...

March 9, 2026 2:22 PM

Over 3.07 crore women-led enterprises registered on Udyam till Feb 2026: Govt

More than 3.07 crore women-led enterprises have been registered on the government’s Udyam platforms as of February 28, 2026, the Centre informed Parliament on Monday. Responding to a written question in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for MSME Shobha Karandlaje said the government has been implementing several schemes to support women entrepreneurs and increase their participation in the MSME sector. “As per the data available on the Udyam Registration Portal (URP) and Udyam Assist Plat...

December 5, 2025 2:44 PM

Government expands financial support measures for MSMEs to boost credit access

The Government of India has expanded a series of financial support measures aimed at improving access to credit for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Minister of State for MSMEs Shobha Karandlaje informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. According to the MSME Ministry, multiple schemes have been strengthened to enhance the flow of credit and provide easier financing options for small businesses, artisans, and traditional craftsmen across the country. One of the major steps includes increasi...

October 14, 2025 6:25 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan praises labour reforms, youth empowerment and sports promotion initiatives

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday lauded the Government’s recent initiatives in labour reforms, youth empowerment, and sports development during a meeting with Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of State for Labour & Employment Shobha Karandlaje and Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports Raksha Nikhil Khadse at Parliament House. The Vice-President was briefed on key policy measures and programmes being...

August 18, 2025 3:27 PM

Udyam Sakhi Portal helping women entrepreneurs become self-reliant, over 4,500 registered so far

The Udyam Sakhi Portal, launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), is helping women entrepreneurs across the country start, build and expand their businesses, thereby fostering self-reliance, said Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha on Monday. The online platform - https://udyamsakhi.com - serves as a one-stop resource for women entrepreneurs, offering information on various financial schemes such as Prime Minister's Employment ...

July 3, 2025 10:39 AM

Shobha Karandlaje joins Amarnath Yatra, hails improved facilities at Baltal base camp

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje visited the Amarnath Yatra base camp in Baltal on Thursday and expressed her joy over the spiritual journey and the ongoing development works in the area. She joined thousands of devotees on the 2025 Amarnath Yatra to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Speaking to ANI during her visit, she said, “Today, we are all going to have the darshan of Bholenath. It feels wonderful… May God bless us all. The atmosphere here is very pleasant… people are feeling good ...