Moradabad Targets Global Industrial Hub Status Through MSME Modernisation, Export Growth

Lucknow, Oct 26 (KNN) Moradabad is seeking to strengthen its position as a global industrial hub by expanding exports, modernising its micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and integrating traditional craftsmanship with technology and digital commerce, industry experts said at the UP Dialogues-Moradabad Chapter on Sunday.

The event, themed ‘Heritage, Development and Global Possibilities’, brought together industry leaders, academics and policymakers to discuss ways to boost exports, support artisans and improve the region’s industrial competitiveness.

Joint Commissioner (Industries) Yogesh Kumar said Moradabad’s annual exports were valued at around Rs 11,460 crore, while exports from the wider Moradabad division stood at nearly Rs 19,800 crore. 

He highlighted government initiatives aimed at strengthening local industries and improving their access to international markets, reported The Times of India.

MSME Modernisation Key To Export Growth

Moradabad district has more than 1.2 lakh MSME units, while the division has around 3.44 lakh units, including businesses engaged in handicrafts, metalwork and manufacturing.

Speakers emphasised the need for technological upgradation, better product finishing, stronger branding and packaging, and wider adoption of e-commerce platforms to help local manufacturers compete in global markets.

Schemes such as One District One Product (ODOP), the Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana and common facility centres were highlighted as important mechanisms for modernising traditional industries and improving manufacturing capabilities.

Participants also stressed the importance of maintaining law and order, ensuring transparent governance and strengthening digital public services to create a business-friendly environment.

Focus On Youth And Women Entrepreneurs

The discussions highlighted the need to encourage youth entrepreneurship through initiatives such as the Chief Minister Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan (CM-YUVA), which provides interest-free, collateral-free loans to eligible projects.

Speakers also called for greater participation of women in the handicrafts sector, along with improved access to skill development, training and digital marketplaces for women artisans.

The discussions underscored the potential for Moradabad to build on its traditional metalware and handicraft base by combining established skills with modern production methods, improved market access and digital commerce.

(KNN Bureau)