President_ISMEF

President at @smeforumindia, India's largest organisation for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

[Vinod Kumar @VKwuthoo]

Breaking!! @Meta building its first AI-enabled data center in India, in partnership with Reliance, is a big moment for India's MSMEs.
World-class infrastructure at home means faster, more affordable digital access for small businesses going digital. A testament to the government's vision of empowering MSMEs through Digital India. Congratulations to all involved!

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[N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn]

We have signed an MoU with Meta to help over one lakh MSMEs across Andhra Pradesh unlock new opportunities in the digital economy. Through hands-on training in using Facebook and Instagram for marketing, customer outreach, and business growth, our entrepreneurs and MSMEs will be empowered to reach new markets, expand their customer base, and build stronger brands online. Delighted to be joined on this occasion by Ms. Natasha Jog, Director, Public Policy, Meta. @Meta
#MSMEwaveInAP

[N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn]

Unveiled the foundation stones for 38 MSME Parks, marking the next phase of our vision to establish 175 MSME Parks across Andhra Pradesh.

Our people of Andhra Pradesh, particularly our youth, are our greatest strength and wealth. Entrepreneurship comes naturally to them, and our responsibility is to create opportunities that allow their talent, ambition, and enterprise to flourish. MSMEs are the backbone of our economy, creating jobs, driving innovation, and powering growth across our villages, towns, and cities.

By decentralising economic opportunities and taking industry to every constituency, these MSME Parks will bring jobs, investment, and business opportunities closer to our people. Our goal is to ensure that growth reaches every region of the State and that every aspiring entrepreneur has the ecosystem needed to start, grow, and scale a business.
#MSMEwaveInAP

[N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn]

We have partnered with Amazon Global Selling to help MSMEs across Andhra Pradesh take their products to the world. By building export readiness and strengthening cross-border trade capabilities, this initiative will empower our MSMEs to access international markets, expand their customer base, and grow as global brands. Delighted to be joined on this occasion by Mr. Srinidhi Kalvapudi, Head of Amazon Global Selling India. @amazonIN
#MSMEwaveInAP

[N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn]

We want to see an entrepreneur in every family, and the MSME Growth Summit 2026 is a step towards achieving that goal. MSMEs are the backbone of Andhra Pradesh's economy, driving employment, innovation, and inclusive growth across the State. Since June 2024, over 12.2 lakh new MSMEs have been established, reflecting the impact of our reforms and pro-enterprise ecosystem. Bringing together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, financial institutions, technology partners, and policymakers, the summit marks the launch of transformative initiatives across infrastructure, finance, skilling, digital transformation, and market access to help our businesses start, grow, and scale. I thank all delegates, entrepreneurs, industry partners, investors, and stakeholders for their participation and support. Together, we will build a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem and realize our vision of Swarna Andhra Pradesh.
#MSMEwaveInAP

[N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn]

We have partnered with India SME Forum to strengthen Andhra Pradesh's MSME ecosystem through a structured cluster development approach based on the UNIDO Cluster Development Methodology. This collaboration will help improve competitiveness, foster collaboration among enterprises, enhance market access, and support the sustainable growth of MSME clusters across the State. Delighted to be joined on this occasion by Mr. Vinod Kumar, President, India SME Forum. @SMEForumIndia @vkwuthoo
#MSMEwaveInAP

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

The Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 approved by the Cabinet reflects our commitment to supporting India’s businesses, especially the MSME sector in challenging global times. By enabling additional credit flow with strong guarantee coverage, this initiative will help a wide range of sectors. Our focus remains on empowering enterprises, sustaining growth momentum and safeguarding livelihoods.

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[Vinod Kumar @VKwuthoo]

The India SME Forum welcomes the Cabinet’s approval of ECLGS5, reflecting the Government’s continued commitment to the needs of MSMEs in a challenging global environment.

This timely intervention will unlock significant credit flows, ease working capital pressures, and help sustain operations and employment across the sector.

We highly appreciate the Modi Government’s proactive approach in using credit guarantees as an effective counter-cyclical tool.

The ECLGS 5 with an outlay of ₹18,100 crore and a potential credit support of up to ₹2.55 lakh crore, clearly reflects the Government’s agility in responding to the evolving needs of MSMEs.

The provision of 100% guarantee cover, waiver of guarantee fees, and moratorium on principal repayment will reinforce confidence among lenders and MSME borrowers alike.

[Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) @dcmsmeoffice]

Glimpses from the inauguration by Dr. Rajneesh, Additional Secretary & Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, of the four-day GI Mahotsav held from 26th to 29th March 2026 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

The event celebrated India’s rich heritage of Geographical Indication (GI) products and featured around 45+ stalls showcasing over 100 GI-certified products from across the country. From handwoven sarees, textiles, jewellery and handicrafts to agricultural produce, spices, specialty foods, and more, the exhibition reflected the diversity and craftsmanship of India.

Organised by the India SME Forum, the Mahotsav highlighted the importance of promoting local artisans, preserving traditional knowledge and strengthening the MSME ecosystem.

#Msme #Entrepreneur #Innovation #Development #Employment #Empowerment #Technology #skilldevelopment #training

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

Mr. Vinod Kumar W. (@VKwuthoo), President, India SME Forum (@SMEForumIndia), along with Director General Ms. Sushma Morthania (@SushmaMorthania) and Mr. Vimal Dadroo, Director – Govt. Affairs, at India SME Forum, personally met and congratuled Shri Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal, @PiyushGoyalOffc), Hon’ble Minister of Commerce & Industry (@DoC_GoI), and Shri Jitin Prasada (@JitinPrasada), Hon’ble Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, on 11th February 2026, on the successful conclusion of recent Free Trade Agreements, recognising their transformative potential in expanding global market access and opening an annual potential market opportunity of around US $ 150 Billion for Indian MSMEs, strengthening their trade footprint worldwide.

The delegation expressed deep appreciation for Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's (@narendramodi) strong thrust on trade and strategic economic partnerships that are opening new horizons for Indian MSMEs.

Mr. Vinod Kumar also lauded the proactive leadership of Shri Piyush Goyal in advancing India’s FTA agenda to boost bilateral MSME-to-MSME cooperation — a decisive step toward empowering small businesses to scale globally and compete confidently on the world stage.

A stronger FTA ecosystem means stronger MSMEs — and a stronger India. The last nine FTAs negotiated or concluded by India — including agreements with the UAE, Australia, Mauritius, EFTA nations, and advancing deals with the UK, EU and the USA, mark a significant opportunity for India’s MSMEs, producers and farmers by providing preferential or zero-duty access to some of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets.

For MSMEs in sectors such as engineering goods, textiles, gems and jewellery, pharmaceuticals, and processed foods, these agreements enhance price competitiveness, reduce tariff barriers, simplify customs procedures, and integrate them into global value chains.

For our Producers and farmers, expanded access for products like rice, spices, tea, coffee, marine products, fruits, millets, and GI-tagged goods improves export demand, supports better price realisation, and encourages value-added agri-processing.

Combined with provisions on investment, digital trade, and services mobility, these FTAs have the potential to diversify income sources, strengthen rural supply chains, boost employment, and position Indian small businesses and agricultural producers as stronger participants in global trade, provided they are supported with compliance, financing, and market access facilitation.

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

UPDATES | #WFF2026

Session: Cross Border Trade & E-commerce for MSMEs 🌍

Focus on:
• Scaling via global marketplaces & D2C exports
• Solving logistics, payments & compliance challenges
• AI & data for export readiness
• Global South case studies

Digital trade = Global access.

#Ecommerce #MSME #GlobalTrade #WorldFuturesForum

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

UPDATES | #WFF2026

Session: Experienced & Practical Solutions for Cluster Development in India

Focus on:
• India-specific cluster priorities
• Actionable sector roadmaps
• Pilot initiatives & technical cooperation

From strategy to implementation.

#MSME #ClusterDevelopment #IndustrialGrowth #WorldFuturesForum

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

UPDATES | #WFF2026
Session: From Standards to Markets

Focus on:
• International standards & compliance
• AI-driven quality improvement
• Reducing border rejection rates
• UNIDO tools: QI4SD, Standards Analytics & Digital Maturity Assessment

Quality = Market Access.
#MSME #QualityInfrastructure #GlobalTrade #WorldFuturesForum

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

UPDATES | #WFF2026
Session: Innovation, Digitalization & IP in MSME Clusters

Focus on:
• AI & Industrial IoT for cluster innovation
• Green patents & IP competitiveness
• Innovation ecosystems & global partnerships

Featuring policymakers, IP leaders & global experts.
Moderated by Giorgi Todua (UNIDO).

#Innovation #IPR #MSME #AI #WorldFuturesForum

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

UPDATES | WORLD FUTURES FORUM 2026 | New Delhi

The World Futures Forum 2026 commenced with a distinguished Plenary Session, setting the tone for two days of global dialogue on “The Future of Industry, Enterprise and Livelihoods in the Global South.”
The session brought together eminent global and national leaders:

-Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi, Hon’ble Minister of MSME, Government of India

-Mr. Vinod Kumar (@VKwuthoo), President, India SME Forum

-Mr. Alejandro Rojas, Chief of Division – MSME Competitiveness & Job Creation, @UNIDO

-Mr. Jason Slater, Chief of AI, Innovation & Digital Officer, @UNIDO

-Mr. Salik Parwaiz, Director, Cluster Development and Export Promotion, Ministry of MSME (@minmsme)

-Mr. Vinamra Mishra, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises @minmsme

The deliberations emphasized:
• Strengthening MSME competitiveness through global cooperation
• Leveraging AI and digital transformation for inclusive growth
• Advancing cluster-based industrial development strategies
• Building resilient livelihood ecosystems across the Global South

The Plenary reaffirmed India’s leadership role in shaping the future of MSMEs through innovation, policy alignment, and multilateral collaboration.

#WorldFuturesForum #WFF2026 #MSME #UNIDO #DigitalTransformation #GlobalSouth #AIforIndustry

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

UPDATES | #WFF2026

Video message by Ms. Barbara Terenzi, President, WUSME — emphasizing global collaboration and stronger international partnerships for MSMEs.

#WorldFuturesForum #MSME #GlobalSouth

[UNIDO India @UNIDO_India]

Join us at the World Futures Forum 2026 (#WFF2026) — an official Pre-Summit Event of #IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 — for discussions on the future of industry through innovation, AI, digital transformation, and MSME competitiveness in the Global South

[India SME Forum @SMEForumIndia]

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[CNBC-AWAAZ @CNBC_Awaaz]

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[CNBC-AWAAZ @CNBC_Awaaz]

माइक्रो और मीडियम एंटरप्राइजेज इंटरनेशनल मार्केट से जुड़ना चाहते हैं लेकिन हम जो टेक्नोलॉजी इस्तेमाल कर रहे हैं वह कहीं न कहीं पुरानी है... ऐसे में मुझे लगता है कि इस बजट में वित्त मंत्री नई टेक्नोलॉजी को बढ़ावा देने के लिए कदम उठाएंगी : विनोद कुमार, प्रेसिडेंट, इंडिया SME फोरम

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