Indian fund turns to micro-finance for first deposits

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INDIA - A new scheme catering for workers in India's unorganised sector is looking for micro-finance loan providers to help members make their first contributions.

The Swabalamban Pension Plan, which was launched last week to help workers from unorganised sectors save for retirement, is now approaching micro-finance companies to offer small loans to members. ...

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