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National SC-ST Hub
Context:
The Ministry of MSME organized a one-day awareness programme on 14th July 2025 in Odisha to promote SC/ST entrepreneurship through the National SC-ST Hub and other MSME schemes
National SC-ST Hub (NSSH):
- Launched in 2016, it is a Central Sector Scheme under the Ministry of MSME, implemented by NSIC.
- Objective: Enhance participation of SC/ST entrepreneurs in public procurement and foster inclusive entrepreneurship.
- In line with the Public Procurement Policy 2012, the scheme aims to achieve the 4% procurement mandate from SC/ST MSEs.
- Offers services like Udyam Registration, GeMonboarding, tender participation assistance, and credit facilitation.
Other associated Schemes:
- PM Vishwakarma: Supports traditional artisans and craftspeople.
- PMEGP: Provides subsidy-linked credit for micro-enterprises.
- MSE-CDP: Aims at infrastructure development in MSME clusters.
- ZED Certification: Encourages quality and environment-friendly manufacturing.
- ESDP: Offers skill development training for aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Tool Rooms & Technology Centres: Facilitate precision training and tool-based support.
MSME Sector (Key Facts)
- MSMEs contribute ~30% to India’s GDP.
- They account for ~45% of India’s exports.
- Over 58 crore units are registered on the Udyam Portal, employing more than 28 crore people.
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