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    <author>ENA</author>
    <category>MSME</category>
    <date>2024-12-10 15:35:37</date>
    <fulldesc>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Sirmaur&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;, Dec 10 (KNN)&lt;/strong&gt; Himachal Pradeshs inaugural international trade exhibition was unveiled today by Harshwardhan Chauhan, the states Minister for Industries, Parliamentary Affairs, Labour, and Employment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;Held at Nahan Chaugan ground in Sirmaur district, this three-day event marks a significant milestone in promoting local businesses and driving economic growth in the state.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;Organised under the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME)s Procurement and Marketing Assistance Scheme, the exhibition offers a global platform for micro, small, and medium enterprises to showcase their products.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;Minister Chauhan described the initiative as a milestone, aimed at connecting artisans, entrepreneurs, and innovators with broader markets.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;Himachal Pradesh, renowned for its handicrafts, agriculture, horticulture, handlooms, and traditional arts, has brought its diverse industries together under one roof.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;Chauhan lauded Nahans selection as the venue, citing its strategic infrastructure and location as ideal for hosting an event of this scale.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;In his address, Chauhan emphasised the pivotal role of the MSME sector in the states economy, referring to it as the backbone of our economy.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;He elaborated on how the exhibition aligns with government initiatives such as Make in India and Ease of Doing Business, which aim to foster industrial growth and innovation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;The minister highlighted various state programs, including the Mukhyamantri Swavalamban Yojana, which focuses on skill development and bolstering infrastructure to empower entrepreneurs.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;He also reiterated the states commitment to clean and green industrial development, highlighting the single-window clearance system to expedite project approvals.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;Chauhan urged the central government to reinstate the industrial package that previously spurred significant growth in the region. He praised the MSME Ministry for its support, asserting that the exhibition is transformative for local businesses, granting them access to global markets.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;With its focus on innovation, sustainability, and fostering local talent, the trade fair stands as a testament to Himachal Pradeshs commitment to balanced and inclusive economic development.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:14px&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;(KNN Bureau)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#13;
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    <id>40205</id>
    <link>https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/msme/himachal-pradesh-hosts-first-international-trade-exhibition-to-boost-local-msmes</link>
    <pubDate>2024-12-10 15:35:37</pubDate>
    <source>knnindia.co.in</source>
    <title>Himachal Pradesh Hosts First International Trade Exhibition to Boost Local MSMEs </title>
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