Dignitaries and others during the inauguration of MSME-PCI nodal office at Pfutsero on June 21.
Kohima, June 22 (MExN): The MSME Promotion Council of India (MSME-PCI) officially launched its nodal office for Phek district at Mission Colony, Pfutsero town on June 21.
This new office is set to become a vital hub for promoting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) throughout the region.
Rhosietho Nguori, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Phek, inaugurated the office and underscored the significant benefits of MSME programs.
He emphasized that strengthening the local economy through MSMEs is crucial for achieving the national goal of becoming a global economic superpower and a "Viksit Bharat" by 2047.
He further stressed that for this to happen, development must occur at the grassroots level in Nagaland and Phek district, with MSME being the right agency to drive this promotion.
Aien Longchar, State Deputy Vice Chairman (SDVC) of MSME-PCI, urged local stakeholders to cooperate with the MSME team and fully utilize this new platform for their entrepreneurial ventures.
Chakhesang Public Organization (CPO) treasurer Wepekha Wetsah also encouraged the local community to confidently embrace business and startup opportunities.
The new MSME-PCI office will offer a range of crucial services, including: Business development support and guidance, access to government schemes and subsidies, capacity-building workshops and training programs and technical assistance and market linkage support.
Local entrepreneurs, self-help groups, and youth are strongly encouraged to use these services and seize the new opportunities for growth and innovation.
The launch event saw strong attendance from Chakhesang Public Organization, Chakhesang Students' Union, Chakhesang Youth Front, Pfutsero Town Council, Pfutsero Town Chakhesang Students' Union, village leaders, church leaders, and students' unions.
MSME-PCI Phek district is headed by chairman Zhoveto Puro. Four vice chairmen includes; Thujove Tunyi, Seve R Vadeo, Vezito Tetseo and Kudukholu D. Vadeo.