ENA MSME 2025-04-17 16:27:48 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Apr 17 (KNN)</strong> On Wednesday, the Ministry of Micro, Small &amp; Medium Enterprises (MSME) organised the 'PM Vishwakarma National SC-ST Hub Conclave.'</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The event aimed to promote and empower MSMEs in the state and foster synergy among stakeholders.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The conclave, held at Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University in Baripada, Mayurbhanj, Odisha, was co-chaired by Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Other dignitaries included Gokulananda Mallick, Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSME, Fisheries &amp; Animal Resources Development, Govt. of Odisha; Hemant Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary, Industries &amp; MSME Department, Govt. of Odisha; and several MPs and MLAs from the region.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The event commenced with the inauguration of an exhibition, followed by experience-sharing sessions from beneficiaries of the PM Vishwakarma, Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), and National SC-ST Hub initiatives. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">E-certificates and credit cheques were distributed to beneficiaries, recognising their achievements and encouraging further growth.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">In his address, Minister Manjhi emphasised the significant role of the MSME sector in job creation and improving livelihoods. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He highlighted the importance of the PM Vishwakarma and National SC-ST Hub schemes, along with contributions from the Coir Board and Khadi, in empowering individuals. He expressed confidence in India's trajectory towards becoming the world's third-largest economy by 2027-28.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Chief Minister Majhi acknowledged the positive impact of the PM Vishwakarma and National SC-ST Hub schemes on the state's populace, noting the special focus given to Odisha by the Ministry of MSME.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Launched on September 17, 2023, the PM Vishwakarma Scheme supports traditional artisans and craftspeople with skill development, financial aid, and toolkits. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The National SC-ST Hub, initiated in October 2016, empowers SC/ST entrepreneurs through capacity building, market linkages, and access to technology and credit.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The MSME sector, comprising over 6.25 crore enterprises and employing 26.7 crore individuals, continues to be a cornerstone of India's economic growth.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 41783 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/msme/msme-ministry-holds-pm-vishwakarmanational-sc-st-hub-conclave-in-odisha 2025-04-17 16:27:48 knnindia.co.in