33% of Goan Startups are Founded by Women, Higher than National Average

Goa has seen a surge in women-led startups. According to recent reports, Goa is leading the way in gender diversity within the startup ecosystem. As per the reports, 33% of the 225 registered startups in Goa have been founded by women entrepreneurs. This is significantly higher than India's national average of 18% for women-led startups.

The growth in women-founded startups in Goa is a positive sign of the changing dynamics in the entrepreneurial landscape. It's encouraging to see women entrepreneurs leveraging state policies to grow their businesses, particularly in sectors like hospitality and services. Initiatives like the Goa Startup Yatra and various programs and masterclasses are also playing a crucial role in supporting these entrepreneurs.

This trend not only contributes to economic expansion but also serves as an inspiration for the next generation of women founders. It's a testament to the innovative spirit and determination of women who are making significant strides in the tech industry and the startup ecosystem as a whole.

Some of the women-led startups are ASIER Solutions, I-Assist, Blurb Consultancy, Goenkart Digital World, Make it Happen, Tea Trunk, Contractzy, and many others. Most of these startups are from the hospitality and service sector.

These startups operate in various sectors, with many of them being active in hospitality and services. The state's supportive policies, initiatives like the Goa Startup Yatra, and incubators have played a crucial role in empowering these women entrepreneurs.

Some of the women founders said that the startup and IT promotion cell (SITPC) and the incubators have helped them launch their startups.

The success stories of these Goan Startups inspire the next generation of women founders, making Goa an emerging startup destination in the region.
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