MAY 20258ITOP 5 WOMEN-FOUNDED ESTABLISHED STARTUPS LARGELY EMPOWERING E-COMMERCE LANDSCAPEM R Yuvatha, Senior Correspondent, Startupcity Columnn the dynamic economic landscape of India, women entrepreneurs break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and redefine success. These 'starpreneurs' as they can aptly be called shine brightly with their unique blend of intellect, hard work, grit, and dedication. Their ventures, driven by ambition and innovation, soar to great heights, and many achieve unicorn status while inspiring countless others in the process.The emergence of women businesswomen in businesses is evidence of their resilience and perseverance. Technology, social media, and connectivity have all contributed to this change, enabling women to flaunt their inventions and grow their businesses. It is, nevertheless, the intrinsic resilience, bravery, and enthusiasm of these women that propel them to accomplish more than society anticipates. They have balanced their business activities with their traditional roles and have been a force to be reckoned with.Prachi Kaushik, Founder & Director, Vyomini Social Enterprise, says, "Women empowerment is not just about policies it's about action. While numerous initiatives support women's entrepreneurship, financial independence, and menstrual hygiene, the harsh reality is that crimes against women remain alarmingly high".How Women Founders Are Rewriting India's Business CodeIn 2025, women-founded startups are not only contributing to India's tech revolution they're rewriting its code. From AI-powered platforms defying gender bias to ambitious forays in fintech, e-Commerce, and even waste management, these pioneers are breaking paradigms and rewriting the startup story. In spite of a decline in funding, their effect is indisputable turning
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