Government Approves Increase in PM SVANidhi Loan Limit.

Government Schemes | Dated: 20 Mar 2026

The Union Cabinet formally approved a significant enhancement of the loan limits under the PM SVANidhi scheme for street vendors. To combat inflation, vendors can now avail an increased third tranche loan of up to Rs 80000 to drastically scale up their businesses.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The scheme initially offered a maximum loan of Rs 50000.
  • Regular repayments continue to attract an interest subsidy of 7 percent.
  • Digital transactions by vendors are heavily incentivized with cashbacks.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: PM SVANidhi.
  • New Limit: Rs 80000.
  • Beneficiary: Street Vendors.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Under the recent expansion of the PM SVANidhi scheme, the third tranche loan limit for street vendors has been increased to what amount?

Correct Answer: Rs 80,000

🚀 Quick Recap:

About PM SVANidhi

  • Ministry - Housing and Urban Affairs
  • Target - Street Vendors