India, Sept. 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
The facilitation and helping hands create success stories. After completing her diploma, Smt Akalya of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, found it difficult to secure employment. She wanted to start a small business that would help her earn a livelihood and support her family. And, NSFDC's facilitation proved a turning point in her life.
With a loan of Rs. 1,80,000 under the Term Loan Scheme of the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), Smt Akalya established a flour mill (atta chakki) at her home. The loan was provided through Tamil Nadu Grama Bank on 20 January 2025 at an annual interest rate of 6%.
Smt Akalya had the skills and determinatio...