Kozhikode, Aug 21 (KNN) The Kerala State Women’s Development Corporation (KSWDC) is organising a women entrepreneurs expo ‘Escalera’ in Kozhikode city.

The expo which began on August 20 will be officially inaugurated by Minister for Women and Child Welfare Veena George today. Escalera will run till August 26.

The expo is being organised to empower women socially and economically, Bindu V.C., Managing Director of KSWDC, told reporters on Sunday.

Around 200 entrepreneurs, including transwomen, from different parts of the State, are taking part in the expo which features products such as handlooms, ready-mades, handicrafts, millets, other food products, books, jewellery, footwear, bags, paintings and cosmetics.

The expo is a first step towards a project consultancy wing being set up by KSWDC for women.

As per reports, more than financial assistance through loans, the consultancy aims to guide women and transgender entrepreneurs to grow their business.

Escalera is expected to be a platform for women entrepreneurs from different parts of the State to meet and share ideas and develop a marketing network. During the course of the event, cultural programmes will take place every evening.  (KNN Bureau)