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Empowering MSMEs Through Training and

Skill Development

...Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Programmes

Training and skill development can hugely impact performance and efficiency of MSMEs.
Recognizing this, a series of entrepreneurship and skill development programmes were
conducted under Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Programmes Scheme, supported
by Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India. The programmes
address multiple concerns, building skills and empowering participants to implement new
learning in their businesses.

Over the last two month, two Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programmes (ESDPs),
one Management Development Programme (MDP), and three Entrepreneurship
Awareness Programmes (EAPs) were held across various districts of Madhya Pradesh,
benefiting 227 participants from diverse backgrounds. These programmes were supported
by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India and aimed to
enhance entrepreneurial skills and promote inclusive economic opportunities for all.

Between October 2024 and March 2025, a total of 43 programmes (21 EAPs, 16 ESDPs, and
6 MDPs) were organized across 19 districts of Madhya Pradesh, training over 1,123
participants under the ESDP scheme of Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises,
Govt. of India. These initiatives have played a vital role in strengthening the
A one-week residential Advanced Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (A- entrepreneurial ecosystem by equipping aspiring entrepreneurs from marginalized
ESDP) on Robotics and Automation was held during March 17-21, 2025. The programme communities with essential skills and knowledge for sustainable business and growth.
witnessed participation from 20 MSME entrepreneurs. The programme included 4 sessions
each day along with exposure visits, aiming to train and sensitize the participants on various
robotics and automation solutions for business operations. The participants stated that they
received hands-on experience which gave them the confidence to implement the dynamics
of robotics and automation in development and management of business operations.

The Round Table Consultation on Return on Investment (ROI) study was successfully conducted at
CII, Bangalore and Gurgaon bringing together 38 participants from diverse sectors, including
manufacturing, services, and education.

An Advanced Management Development Programme (A-MDP) on Tendering and Public The consultation delved into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) investments and financial
Procurement through GeM was held at the Institute from February 24 to 28, 2025. 25 impact, where participants shared insights on budget allocations, training programs, and ROI
MSME entrepreneurs and supervisory staff participated in the programme. This one-week measurement challenges. Many organizations highlighted improvements in employee
engagement, productivity, and retention, attributing these to structured DEI initiatives. The
programme built capacities of participants in understanding management processes and
abiding by them. The understanding that they received, they stated, enhanced their discussion also covered policy implementation strategies, leadership involvement and methods
to overcome resistance within organizations.
decision-making capabilities, which would reflect in improved productivity and profitability.

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