Applications are now open for the Vanithamitra Entrepreneurial Loan Scheme, implemented by NORKA Roots in collaboration with the Kerala State Women’s Development Corporation Ltd. (KSWDC). The scheme is aimed at NRI women who have returned to Kerala after working abroad for at least two years. It provides financial support to start new enterprises or expand existing ones.

For timely repayment of the loan, beneficiaries will receive a 15% capital subsidy and a 3% interest subsidy from NORKA Roots, along with an additional interest subsidy from the Kerala State Women’s Development Corporation. Applications should be submitted online at www.kswdc.org. Eligible applicants can receive loans of up to ₹30 lakhs under this scheme. For more information, contact the NORKA Global Contact Centre, Toll-free (from India): 1800 425 3939 and Missed call service (from abroad): +91 8802 012 345.   

Last updated on :31-05-2025