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PANAJI: In a bold push to transform Goa’s economic landscape through inclusive entrepreneurship, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced that the government will soon establish a Women Entrepreneurship Cell, aimed exclusively at empowering women to become business leaders, particularly in the manufacturing, tourism, and MSME sectors.
The announcement comes amid a striking revelation: 50% of Goa’s startups are led by women, with 624 ventures launched in the IT sector alone, marking a major shift in the state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
“Women are emerging as a strong force in Goa’s startup scene. We now want to take this momentum beyond IT and into other sectors,” Sawant said.
Framing entrepreneurship as a pathway from college to commerce, Sawant stressed the need to embed entrepreneurial thinking early, especially among women, who have shown strong potential to lead and uplift local economies.
The new cell will offer dedicated support, funding access, mentorship, and market linkages to help women transition from ideation to enterprise. Sawant also called for greater innovation in tourism-related entrepreneurship, a sector central to Goa’s economy.
Echoing this vision, Industries Minister Mauvin Godinho noted that 90% of Goa’s enterprises are micro-scale, adding, “It’s time we provide these MSMEs a stronger platform. Our entrepreneurs are doing well—but more importantly, they’re empowering others.”
With the revival of traditional Goan crafts like the Kunbi saree and shawl already gaining global attention, the government is keen to extend this blend of tradition and innovation to a wider entrepreneurial base.
Goa is not just supporting startups—it’s reshaping who gets to start up.
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