Ministry of Rural Development Launches eSaras E-Commerce Platform
The Ministry of Rural Development is in the news for launching eSaras as a digital commerce platform supporting rural entrepreneurship. eSaras operates as the ministry’s official e-commerce platform under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). It connects rural women-led Self-Help Group (SHG) enterprises with customers across India.
eSaras E-Commerce Platform:
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | eSaras is the official e-commerce platform of the Ministry of Rural Development. |
| Scheme linkage | eSaras is governed by the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). |
| Beneficiaries | eSaras connects rural women-led Self-Help Group (SHG) enterprises with customers across India. |
| Coverage | eSaras connects sellers with customers across India. |
| Product categories | eSaras offers authentic products including handcrafted products, handlooms, natural foods, and home décor. |