Knowledge Brief: Landscape of women-led MSMEs in India

Women-led MSMEs are an important part of India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, but continue to face significant barriers to growth, including limited access to finance, technology, markets, and institutional support. This knowledge brief examines the landscape of women-led MSMEs in India, highlights key regional and sectoral trends, reviews existing policy support, and explores opportunities to strengthen access to finance, networks, technology, and ecosystem support for a more inclusive and environmentally sustainable transition.