MLA and Advisor for Transport and Technical Education, Temjenmenba, speaking at the inauguration of the Dimapur office of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises - Promotion Council of India (MSME-PCI) at Indisen village.
Morung Express News
Dimapur | October 3
MLA and Advisor for Transport and Technical Education, Temjenmenba, inaugurated the Dimapur office of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises - Promotion Council of India (MSME-PCI) at Indisen village on October 3.
The inaugural programme also had in attendance Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur, Dr Tinojongshi Chang, and Chief Executive Officer of the Dimapur Municipal Council, Thungchanbemo Tungoe.
In his address, Temjenmenba said that the MSME - PCI will benefit the state's youth by facilitating access to various government schemes.
While noting the saturation of government employment, he emphasised the need to engage the youth in alternative employment avenues. He noted in particular India’s young population (Gen Z) and their adaptive, innovative and tech-savvy nature, and potential to contribute to India's vision of a developed nation by 2047.
In such a context, he recognised the role of organisations like MSME-PCI in bridging the gap between the government and aspiring entrepreneurs, and helping fulfill the vision of Vikshit Bharat 2047.
He encouraged the youth to leverage the MSME-PCI's Dimapur chapter to gain knowledge and avail themselves of government schemes, fostering self-sustaining and meaningful employment.
The MSME - PCI is a non-profit organization established in 2008 to foster the development and growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises. Its core objective is to empower MSMEs by facilitating access to information, resources, and opportunities. The role includes providing information on government schemes, loan procedures, and necessary support for small businesses. The council also focuses on skill development programs under initiatives like the MSME - PCI Kaushal Vikas Yojana, aiming to create employment opportunities for the unemployed at the grassroots level.
Aligning with the Government of India's ‘Make in India’ initiative, MSME - PCI actively promotes domestic manufacturing and aims to reduce dependence on imports. The council encourages local production, assists MSMEs in improving product quality, and facilitates access to domestic and international markets.
MSME - PCI also addresses challenges faced by MSMEs, such as loan repayment difficulties. The council offers mediation services between banks and borrowers to resolve loan-related issues and encourages responsible borrowing practices.
It aims to establish small units in rural areas to prevent migration, provide employment opportunities for women, and promote self-help groups. These initiatives focus on skill enhancement, resource provision, and ensuring fair compensation for rural women engaged in various trades.
