Performance Highlights of the Microfinance Sector in India

Author

Ramika Verma, Gargi Chaudhary


Abstract

 Microfinance plays a significant role in promoting financial inclusion, poverty alleviation, and entrepreneurship by providing financial services to underserved communities. This study examines the performance of the microfinance sector in India in 2025, focusing on client outreach, outstanding loan portfolios, average loan size, income-generating activities, self-help group (SHG) financing, and annual industry growth. Based on secondary data, the study adopts a descriptive research design to assess the sector's performance and emerging trends. The findings highlight the sector's contribution to financial accessibility and livelihood development while identifying repayment challenges and the need for sustainable growth.



Keywords

Microfinance, Client Outreach, SHG, Performance, India



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