On the momentous occasion of completing seven years of foundation, SATYA Micro Capital Limited launched the Fourth Edition of the Vijayalakshmi Das Entrepreneurship Awards 2024. This prestigious award is an intellectual property of SATYA and serves as a platform to honor the incredible achievements of women entrepreneurs living across rural and semi-urban boundaries of the country. Paying homage to the indomitable spirit of the ‘Mother of Indian Microfinance’ – Late Madam Vijayalakshmi Das, these awards have been evidently recognizing women entrepreneurs who are furnishing a social impact and contributing to the vision of new age India: Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Sharing thoughts on the initiative during the launch ceremony, Mr. Vivek Tiwari (MD, CEO & CIO – SATYA MicroCapital) said, “It has been three years that SATYA is acknowledging the remarkable achievements of women entrepreneurs at the grassroots level. Furthermore, we are certain to carry forward this legacy of Vijayalakshmi Das Entrepreneurship Awards in coming years too. Vijayalakshmi Das Entrepreneurship Awards 2024 aim to celebrate and support women who overcome numerous obstacles on their path to professional success. These awards indispensably serve as the driving force to promote and encourage women to take part in entrepreneurial endeavors.”

The Vijayalakshmi Das Entrepreneurship Awards are primarily bifurcated into four categories: Leader of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year (Micro), Entrepreneur of the Year (Small) and Entrepreneur of the Year (Medium). Each category of these prestigious awards is tailored to identify and inspire outstanding leadership demonstrated by women entrepreneurs across the length & breath of the country. This initiative will not only motivate women entrepreneurs to reach greater heights with flying colors but will also encourage the aspiring women entrepreneurs to improve their standards of business practices to attain a high level of entrepreneurship.

Open to women entrepreneurs nationwide engaged in any economic activity for a minimum of three years, the awards seek applicants through SATYA Micro Capital Limited’s official website https://satyamicrocapital.com/. Interested participants can access the application form along with submission requirements like a business profile and related documents. The last date for submitting nomination is 31st December 2023. The shortlisted entries will be meticulously reviewed and assessed by a jury constituted by visionary leaders of in India’s microfinance sector. Award recipients will gain cash prizes, mentorship, and other accolades. The winners shall be announced in an Award Ceremony which will be organized in February 2024.