Why in News?
The GeM Womaniya Initiative has achieved a major milestone, with over 2 lakh women-led Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) registered on the platform. In FY 2025β26, these entrepreneurs secured 13.7 lakh orders, highlighting the growing role of women in public procurement.
What is GeM Womaniya Initiative?
- GeM Womaniya is a flagship initiative under the Government e-Marketplace (GeM).
- It aims to empower women entrepreneurs and Self-Help Groups (SHGs).
- Focus: Integrating women-led businesses into government procurement systems.
Key Features:
- Direct access to government buyers (ministries, departments, PSUs)
- No intermediaries β better profit margins
- Fully digital & transparent platform
- Promotes inclusive economic growth
About Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
- Launched by: Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- Type: National Public Procurement Portal
- Main function: Dedicated online portal for the procurement of common-use goods and services required by various government departments, ministries, and public sector undertakings (PSUs).
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