In a historic effort aimed at harnessing the energy, enthusiasm and exuberant dreams of the Women of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today launched the "HAUSLA", a comprehensive programme for Catalysing Women Entrepreneurship at Kashmir International Convention Centre (KICC) in Srinagar.<br />'' <br />''Speaking on the significance of "Hausla", the Lt. Governor said that programme has been made in a very scientific way and the broad contours include targeting Women entrepreneurs of J&K already established in the field of self-employment and creating a channel for educated women to explore their potential.<br />'' <br />''The Lt. Governor said that the priority of the government is to reduce the gap between women and men entrepreneurs, in a systematic manner and to encourage women who are currently engaged in various professions, so that they too can become a part of 'Hausla' programme.<br />'' <br />''He noted that with the right training, financial assistance and self-confidence, we can take revolutionary steps towards empowering women.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">It was informed that under the leadership of JKTPO and in collaboration with Industry stakeholders and India SME Forum, a not-for-profit organization for Small & Medium Enterprises, the first batch of 'Hausla' five-month programme with 100 women entrepreneurs on board will start from July this year, giving wings to women entrepreneurs to fly higher, make their own identity in business and promote their products.</span><br />