AJK Minister Vows Support for Women’s Economic Empowerment
— January 18, 2025
RAWALAKOT (AIA) Professor Taqdees Gilani, Minister for Small Industries, Trade, and Travel Authority in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), has reiterated the government’s commitment to providing women entrepreneurs in Rawalakot with enhanced support to grow their small businesses.
During his visit to Rawalakot, Professor Gilani inspected the Skill Development Centre and met with local businesswomen. He emphasised the government’s efforts to promote women-led enterprises, highlighting a programme initiated under the prime minister’s directives to offer interest-free loans for women to create self-employment opportunities.
Acknowledging the accomplishments of women in small businesses, Professor Gilani assured additional resources and announced plans to develop a comprehensive programme based on suggestions from women entrepreneurs to ensure maximum benefits for them.
The minister underscored the crucial role women play in the region’s economy, noting the high percentage of educated women in Rawalakot. By supporting small businesses, the government aims to empower these women to contribute to their families, society, and the nation.
Professor Gilani also praised the women of Rawalakot for excelling in various fields and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to launching small business initiatives tailored to their needs and suggestions