Enablers of Growth: A Case Study on The Role of Self-Help ‎Groups in Women’s Entrepreneurship in India

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    https://doi.org/10.14419/s65yn906

    Received date: November 1, 2025

    Accepted date: December 16, 2025

    Published date: December 21, 2025

  • Microfinance; Self-Help Groups; Technology; Women Entrepreneurs; Business Growth; Enablers

  • Abstract

    The purpose of the current study is to understand the role of self-help groups (SHGs) in enabling business growth for SHG women ‎entrepreneurs in developing countries such as India. It is a primary study of a well-established Self-help group federation, and the case of a ‎successful woman entrepreneur emerged from it. Two well-defined variables representing the role of self-help groups in business growth ‎were identified from the literature review. A semi-structured interview method was used, with open-ended questions administered to collect ‎primary data from SHG federation leaders and a woman entrepreneur to understand the fulfillment of these variables for business growth. ‎The collected information was interpreted and presented as short case studies. Analysis of these case studies revealed significant findings: ‎SHGs have enabled the success of the woman entrepreneur in the initial stages; however, not all growth parameters have been met, ‎highlighting and focusing on the consistent entrepreneurial and technological interventions by SHG federations. In light of research ‎findings, suggestions for SHGs in the Indian context have been put forth to align with the evolving market and consumer dynamics. The current study has highlighted and deepened the understanding of the needs and requirements of SHG women entrepreneurs in India, as well ‎as the appropriate policy measures to help them scale their businesses, especially in the digital world. Through a detailed examination of a specific woman’s entrepreneurial venture in the textile industry, this study elucidates the mechanisms by which SHG federations facilitate business growth, empower women, and contribute to socio-economic development.

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    Fazalbhoy, S. ., Tok, E. ., Khan, R. K., Rautela, S. ., & Pathak, S. . (2025). Enablers of Growth: A Case Study on The Role of Self-Help ‎Groups in Women’s Entrepreneurship in India. International Journal of Accounting and Economics Studies, 12(8), 731-738. https://doi.org/10.14419/s65yn906