Entrepreneurship for Army Veterans

Every year, over 60,000 people retire from army service in their mid-thirties and begin new careers. These veterans possess qualities like perseverance, hard work, determination, and a readiness to embrace risks—traits that are extremely valuable when starting and managing successful businesses. Their military backgrounds enable them to tackle community challenges and fulfil family and social obligations as entrepreneurs.

Despite their strengths, many veterans lack the know-how to turn ideas into thriving businesses and often do not have access to mentors. To address this gap, I Create has set up Business Incubation Centres (BICs) at several army locations. These centers provide essential training and support, including entrepreneurial education, business plan development, and startup guidance.

As on date,

• 21,000+ trained on Entrepreneurship skills
• 2,500+ have successfully started their businesses and have become entrepreneurs
• 7,500 Jobs Created in Rural areas

Entrepreneurship helps veterans reclaim their pride and sense of self-worth, stay close to their families, live with dignity, and create jobs for others. Nurturing each entrepreneur is estimated to cost ₹50,000.

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