Assocham Report: Industry body ASSOCHAM has said in its report released on Thursday that barriers like regulatory delays, high compliance costs and lack of ‘single-window’ approval system are preventing the country’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from reaching their true potential.

The report says that to empower the MSME sector, swift and concrete reforms are needed at the state level. According to ASSOCHAM, several regulatory and infrastructural bottlenecks are hindering business activities, including —

• Complex approval and registration processes
• Delay in refund
• Burden of GST and ITC disputes
• Logistic and infrastructure deficiencies
• Power supply problems in West Bengal and Odisha, affecting production

Emphasis on ‘single window system’

It has been said in the report that if digital and time bound approval system is implemented in the states, it will bring a big improvement in the investment environment. Immediate implementation of Single Window Clearance has been recommended, especially in states like West Bengal, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, as the existing system there is fragmented.

ASSOCHAM has analyzed the situation of these states in its report – Odisha, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Goa, Jammu and Kashmir and Madhya Pradesh.

Major recommendations for improvement

The report calls for coordinated reforms between the central and state governments and suggests the following steps —

• Making approval processes simple and transparent
• GST reform and resolution of ITC disputes
• Time bound process of land use change
• Rationalization of labor laws and company rules
• Strengthening logistics hubs, e-way bill system and modern power distribution infrastructure.

Initiative towards empowering MSME

ASSOCHAM has suggested that the government should pay special attention to these areas for MSMEs —

• Skill Development and Technological Innovation
• export promotion
• Increasing awareness of financial schemes and incentives

The report said that if these issues are addressed, the government can create a trustworthy, transparent and efficient business environment, which will give India’s MSME sector a stronger position in global competition.

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India MSME News: The American government has imposed high tariffs on many countries including India. Which is affecting the economy. At the same time, fluctuations continue in the stock market. Meanwhile, Monday 13 october The Ministry of Finance along with the public banks of the country, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)MSME) but will hold a review meeting regarding the impact of American tariffs. According to media reports, this meeting will be chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Financial Services. m Nagaraju Can do.

Main agenda of the meeting

In this review meeting being conducted by the Finance Ministry, financial schemes like Mudra Loan Guarantee Scheme are to be reviewed so that, the American tariff MSME falling into business sector pressure can be understood. Also, appropriate steps should be taken accordingly and the financial assistance provided by the government should be continued. government’s Worry There is also a concern that due to this high tariff MSME Cases of non-repayment of loans may also increase in the area. The government will seek suggestions from the concerned banks regarding this today.

America on India 50 percentage Tariff has been imposed, the effect of which MSME But it is visible. MSME Industry organizations have approached the Government of India in this matter. A demand for mediation has been made. In view of this, the government has called a review meeting.

India SME Forum

India SME of the forum President Vinod Kumar has informed that the tariff issued from America war From MSME area businesses 30 There could be a loss of more than a billion dollars. He also said that in this review meeting PM self fund And PM There can also be discussions regarding the development of micro loan schemes like Vishwakarma. New debt assessment started in 2025 in the meeting model The performance will also be discussed. This model by using digitally data To verify is done. Due to which the time taken to get the loan is reduced.

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After the ups and downs in relations between India and America, the business talks were seen going into cold storage. But Prime Minister Narendra Modi was praised by the first US President Donald Trump and then after the positive response given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, now the relationship is now seen to be improving again. After the response given through social media between the two leaders, now the business talks are also seen gaining momentum. According to sources, the team of trade deals from the US on Monday (September 15, 2025) will reach India and tomorrow on Tuesday (September 16, 2025), there will be a trade talks between the two countries.

According to sources, India’s business talks with America are now moving forward with positive thinking. At many levels, diplomatic and main talks are going on between the two countries. According to reliable sources, a team is coming to India late on Monday (15 September) to discuss business talks with America and then there will be a trade talks on Tuesday between both countries.

India will discuss pending issues with American team

During this dialogue, India will be discussed on all pending issues with the American team. During this period, the Ministry of External Affairs is also involved in some issues being within the diplomatic purview. India is currently discussing intense discussion with the US as well as the European Union. Economic support and products will be analyzed at many levels in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF).

Export and Msme There will also be discussion on promoting

Apart from this, amidst interaction with the US, the Government of India is making all efforts under the Export Promotion Mission to speed up small and medium industries. It was announced in the Union Budget of 2025-26. Under this, a target has been set to promote exports in the next six years and help small entrepreneurs.

Ministry is preparing for export promotion mission

At the same time, exports are changing between competitiveness of different countries. The government is constantly making efforts to help small industries and traders. The government is working on the Export Promotion Mission for this. Soon it will be presented in the cabinet. Consultation has been done between various ministries on this. The government is working on this scheme to solve the concerns of exporters.

According to sources, the export promotion mission may consider allocating a large amount of Rs 2,250 crore already allocated in the Export Promotion Mission. At the same time, it will also be considered to run this mission in a cycle of 5 years. Preparations are being done by the Ministry regarding this.

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Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are an important part in the Indian economy, which contribute more than 30% to the country’s GDP and provide employment to millions. Patanjali claims that Patanjali Ayurveda is playing a leading role in strengthening the region and promoting local entrepreneurship. Various initiatives of Patanjali are not only empowering rural and urban entrepreneurs, but are also realizing the dream of self -sufficient India.

The company has said, “Patanjali’s biggest contribution is seen in the purchase of raw materials from local farmers and producers. The company receives herbs, grains, oil and other raw materials from local farmers, which increases their income. This step not only provides financial assistance to MSMEs, but also increases employment opportunities in rural areas. Patanjali’s Food and Herbal Park is an important center for local communities in Haridwar, where farmer groups, panchayats and self -help groups are encouraged for cooperative farming. This has provided employment to hundreds of people and improved rural infrastructure. ”

What is Kisan Samriddhi Yojana?

Patanjali claims, “To provide digital empowerment to farmers, the company has launched ‘Kisan Samriddhi Yojana’. Under this scheme, farmers are provided access to state -of -the -art techniques like smart soil analysis, weather forecasting and market price information. These devices help farmers to make informed and beneficial decisions. In addition, Patanjali has partnered with Fintech companies, which gives MSMEs immediately working capital through invoice-based financing. It helps small businesses manage its stock and cash flow. ”

Patanjali says, “To give special support to women entrepreneurs, Patanjali provides organic farming training and digital tools. This has given women self -employment opportunities in rural and suburban areas. Undertakings such as Patanjali’s indigenous center and Ayurvedic clinics help local entrepreneurs to start and enhance business. The company’s strategy is not only limited to the sale of products, but it is also focused on making local communities self -sufficient. ”

MSMES and local entrepreneurship is the source of inspiration

Patanjali claims, “These initiatives of the company not only promote economic development, but also reduce the gap between rural and urban areas.” The company’s slogan of ‘Nature’s Blessings’ reflects its mission, which promotes the values of Indian culture and Ayurveda. Patanjali’s strategy has made it the fastest growing FMCG company in India, which is an inspiration for MSMES and local entrepreneurship. ”

The 10th meeting of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog will be held on Saturday (May 24, 2025). This meeting will be chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Chief Minister of all states will be involved in this meeting to be held under the leadership of PM Modi. This time the theme of the meeting developed state developed India.

There will be a meeting of NITI Aayog in Bharat Mandapam from 9 am in Delhi. The roadmap of developed India will be discussed in this meeting. There will be discussion in the meeting regarding better coordination between the central and state governments. State governments will also keep their demands in the meeting.

Tamil Nadu will raise the issue of central grant
The issue of central grant from Tamil Nadu will also be raised in the meeting. Rapid pace of central and state projects will also be discussed in the meeting. Many other ministers will also attend the meeting. This time the theme of NITI Aayog meeting is developed state, developed India. Three main points will be discussed during the meeting of NITI Aayog.

These three main points will be discussed
In this, there will be focus on small cities besides the metros, promoting manufacturing and service. At the same time, there will be discussion about MSME and informal employment opportunities. Apart from this, there will be discussion about the opportunity of green economy and the benefits of the economy from green energy.

Manufacturing and Service- It will discuss strategies to create capable environment beyond metropolitan centers, especially the emphasis on developing Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities as new development engines. MSME and informal employment- Chief Minister rural non-agricultural employment opportunities and urban informal sectors will discuss the challenges. Opportunities of the Green Economy- In the discussion, there will be discussions in renewable energy and circular economy as per the commitment of India’s permanent development.

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