The CHAMBER OF INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL UNDERTAKINGS, Ludhiana
(CICU) today hosted a special event to mark International MSME Day, highlighting
the vital role of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in driving
economic growth, innovation, and job creation.
The event, held at CICU Focal Point Complex, brought together industry leaders,
policymakers, and financial institutions to discuss strategies for supporting MSMEs
and advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The keynote address was delivered by Ms. Ishita Thaman, Deputy Director of
MSME, Ludhiana, who emphasized the significant contribution of MSMEs to India's
GDP and highlighted the government's commitment to fostering their growth. The
Deputy Director provided valuable insights into various government schemes
designed to empower MSMEs, including CGTMSE.
CICU President, S. Upkar Singh Ahuja, welcomed the attendees and emphasized
the importance of collaboration between stakeholders to create a supportive
ecosystem for MSMEs. "MSMEs are the backbone of our economy, and their
success is crucial for overall economic prosperity," said Ahuja. "CICU is committed
to working with government agencies, financial institutions, and large companies to
provide MSMEs with the resources and support they need to thrive."
The event also featured a panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities
facing MSMEs in the current economic climate. Panelists included Mr. J. S. Bhogal,
Mr. Honey Sethi, Dr. S.B. Singh etc, who shared their perspectives on issues such
as access to finance, technology adoption, and market access.
The event concluded with a networking session, providing attendees with an
opportunity to connect with each other and explore potential collaborations.
**About CICU**
The CHAMBER OF INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL UNDERTAKINGS, Ludhiana
(CICU) is a leading industry association representing the interests of businesses in
the Ludhiana region. CICU provides a platform for its members to engage in policy
advocacy, networking, and knowledge sharing. The event was attended by the
following industrialist:- Sh. Sarabjeet Singh Mann, Gautam Malhotra, Sh. S.B
Singh, Sh, Ram Lubhaya, Sh.Phumann Singh, Sh. Charanjeet Singh Vishkarma,
Sh. J.S Bedi,, Sh. Sanjay Dhiman, Sh. Ravinder Saini, Sh. O.P Bassi, Sh. Rudra
Gupta, Sh. Mandeep Singh, Sh. Gurwinder Singh, Sh, Jaspal Singh, Sh. Mahesh
Arora, Sh. Amit Sharma, Sh. J.K Sablok, Sh. Jeewan Kumar, Sh. Ganesh Gupta
and Sh. Madan Lal Goyal.
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