The management of the Petty Traders Grant Support Programme has officially released the shortlist of beneficiaries for Batch C, dated October 30, 2025. According to the organisers, Batch D of the programme will be announced soon.
The initiative was created to empower hardworking petty traders across the country by providing financial grants to help them start new businesses, expand existing ones, improve their livelihoods, and strengthen local communities. Over the past few months, thousands of petty traders submitted their applications to benefit from the grant. After a thorough review process, the first, second, and third batches of qualified applicants have now been shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria. Officials confirmed that another list will be released later.
Speaking on the significance of the support, the organisers stated, “This grant is more than just financial assistance — it is an opportunity for petty traders to start a business, grow their businesses, improve access to essential goods and services in their communities, and achieve greater financial stability and independence.”
Shortlisted applicants are advised to follow the next steps carefully. The management explained that “all shortlisted beneficiaries will undergo a final verification process to confirm their identity.” Beneficiaries will also receive notifications and further instructions through their registered email addresses. After verification, approved grants will be disbursed directly into beneficiaries’ accounts.
For applicants who were not shortlisted, the organisers encouraged them not to lose hope, noting that new opportunities are coming. “The Petty Traders Grant Support Programme will be opened for application again this year,” they said. More empowerment programmes are expected to follow to reach even more people.
Applicants are urged to check the published shortlist carefully, as names are not arranged in order, and email addresses are partially hidden for privacy.