Participants and others during the workshop held on February 5.
Dimapur, February 5 (MExN): The Entrepreneurship Awareness Program (EAP), supported by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), concluded with a workshop titled “Driving Business Growth: Leveraging MSME Support and Effective Operations Management for Success” on February 5.
The workshop held at workshop at E- SPACE, Dimapur brought together local entrepreneurs, business owners, and industry experts, stated a press release received here.
In the welcome address, Lezo Putsure, Founder of Educentre stressed the importance of aligning strategic business planning with available governmental resources. He highlighted how effective operations management, paired with MSME support programs, can significantly enhance a company’s potential to thrive in today’s competitive market.
During the session, Gaurav Saini, Assistant Director of MSME, offered an in-depth overview of current support programs, subsidies, and financial assistance opportunities designed to help businesses expand. Keyelu from Department of Industries & Commerce, elaborated on the range of government policies and incentives available to foster entrepreneurial success.
A segment of the workshop addressed the critical area of technology-driven growth. Abhishek Mishra, Additional Director & OIC at STPI Kohima, discussed the various funding options and tech-based solutions under the STPI OCTANE initiative, underscoring the significant role of innovation in driving business progress.
B Debnath, Branch Manager of SBI SME at Old Market Branch, provided valuable information on banking solutions, MSME loan schemes, and other financial instruments tailored for startups and small businesses.
ESB is an incubator with the Department of industry and commerce and also works closely with NIDC and IDAN to support and empower entrepreneurs.
