<h1>New Loan Scheme in Union Budget 2025-26 Supports Women and SC/ST Entrepreneurs with Up to Rs. 2 Crore Loans</h1> The government has introduced a new loan scheme in the Union Budget 2025-26 to support women and SC/ST entrepreneurs, offering term loans up to Rs. 2 crore for five lakh first-time entrepreneurs over the next five years. This initiative builds on the successful Stand Up India Scheme and includes online capacity building. Additionally, collateral-free loans up to Rs. 20 lakh are available under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana. Public Sector Banks have significantly increased credit to women over the past five years. The Jan Samarth portal and digital platforms streamline access to government-sponsored loans and subsidies.