more-inAbout 500 barbers whose traditional occupation was under risk of closure have found a survival route. The training exercise started in February 2017 and its latest session was held in the first week of April this year. Unlike big salons, which are expensive, our upgraded salons offer effective beauty treatments at low cost,” Mr. Yadagiri told The Hindu. State subsidy helpedProfit margins also improved with 80% subsidy given by the State government. NI-MSME records, however, revealed that less than half of the barbers who undergo training apply for loans.

Source: The Hindu May 26, 2018 18:05 UTC