Sikkim Integrated Livelihood Mission (SILM) / Rural Management & Development Dept.
Benefit
Comprehensive livelihood support for women through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) — benefits include: revolving fund of ₹15,000 per newly formed SHG (interest-free); community investment fund (CIF) loans up to ₹3 lakh per SHG at 0% interest for income-generating activities; skill training in Sikkim's traditional weaving (Lepcha and Limboo textiles), food processing (organic pickles, cardamom-based products), tailoring, and eco-tourism services; market linkage through state-level fairs and online platforms under 'Sikkim Organic' brand; group life and accident insurance; connects to Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana pipeline; covers rural and semi-urban women across all 4 districts; priority to women from BPL households and ST/SC communities