Concept of Social Sector & Social Infrastructure

The social sector is generally defined as a sector dealing with social and economic activities carried out by the Government and Non-Government organizations to help society on a non-profit or not-for-profit basis. The social sector is important in India and includes several important components such as education, health and medical care, drinking water and sanitation,…

Infrastructure and economic development in India

India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047 pivots significantly on improving its infrastructure, a foundation for development, and liveable, climate-resilient, and inclusive cities that drive economic growth. The infrastructure development of a country is assessed on economic infrastructure development that is the development of various sectors like Energy, Power, Telecom, and Transport (Railways,…

Recent Government Initiatives in MSME sector

(MSME samadhaan, Atmanirbhar Bharat package, Make in India, Start-up India, Stand-up India, Zed certificate, Udyam Assist platform, RAMPS, Mudra Loan, PMEGP, TReDS, ECLGS, etc.) Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are often known as the backbone of the Indian economy which contributes 29% to the GDP of India. The sector is responsible for around 50%…

Aatma Nirbhar Bharat Package: Key Features

Aatma Nirbhar Bharat aims to make the country and its citizens independent and self-reliant in all senses. The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan was launched on May 12, 2020, by the Indian Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi, to help the country recover from the economic impact of the Coronavirus pandemic by promoting self-reliance. The scheme’s goal is…

Contribution of MSME in GDP

The micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are often known as the backbone of the Indian economy. This sector contributes more than 29% to the GDP and is responsible for around 50% country’s total exports. MSMEs also contribute one-third of India’s manufacturing output and employ people living in semi-urban and rural areas.  The MSME sector…

Udyam Assist Platform: Helping formalisation of informal micro enterprises

Udyam registration is now mandatory for all MSMEs to avail of benefits under Priority sector lending and they can participate in Government tenders for manufactured goods and services. The registration provides multiple benefits to help MSMEs succeed, some of which are Collateral-free loans from banks and financial institutions and subsidised interest rates. It also simplifies…

Make in India certificate is mandatory for MSME to participate in Government tenders

Make in India certificate is now mandatory for MSMEs to participate in Government tenders as the Government encourages Manufacturers and service providers through various schemes and policies. The focus of the Make in India programme is on 25 sectors. These include automobiles, automobile components, aviation, biotechnology, chemicals, construction, defence manufacturing electrical machinery, electronic systems, food…

Startup India for driving innovation and economic growth

The government of India recognises the importance of startups in driving innovation and economic growth. The Government departments related to various ministries have introduced schemes to provide financial, infrastructural, and regulatory support to startups. The startup schemes cover sectors like technology, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and more. The Startup India scheme is based majorly on three…