₹1,715 crore to be given as loans to women SHGs in Salem district: Collector

The Salem district administration has announced a loan allocation of ₹1,715 crore for women's self-help groups (SHGs) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Officials are actively working to support these groups by promoting their products on e-commerce platforms and at local exhibitions.
Why it matters
This initiative demonstrates government efforts to foster financial independence and economic empowerment for women in both rural and urban sectors.
Women self-help groups (SHGs) in Salem district are expected to receive ₹1,715 crore in loans during the 2026-2027 fiscal, said District Collector K. Elambahavath.
The report is a straightforward account of government policy and financial targets without editorializing.
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