New Delhi: In a significant development outlined during the presentation of the Interim Budget 2024-25, Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman laid down the strategic roadmap for ‘Amrit Kaal,’ emphasizing the government’s commitment to bolstering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The Minister underscored the importance of timely financial support, technological advancement, and relevant training to empower MSMEs for global competition.
Addressing Parliament, Minister Sitharaman emphasized the government’s policy priority to ensure the growth of MSMEs by providing them with adequate resources, cutting-edge technologies, and targeted training programs. She highlighted the necessity of orienting the regulatory environment to facilitate the growth of these enterprises, recognizing them as crucial contributors to the Indian economy.
Aligning with the ‘Panchamrit’ goals, Minister Sitharaman stated that the government aims to sustain high and resource-efficient economic growth. This, she mentioned, would play a pivotal role in achieving energy security in terms of availability, accessibility, and affordability.
Guided by the principle of ‘Reform, Perform, and Transform,’ the Finance Minister announced the government’s commitment to undertaking next-generation reforms. She stressed the importance of building consensus with states and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of these reforms.
“Our Government will adopt economic policies that foster and sustain growth, facilitate inclusive and sustainable development, improve productivity, create opportunities for all, help them enhance their capabilities, and contribute to the generation of resources to power investments and fulfill aspirations,” stated Minister Sitharaman.
Recognizing the critical role of the financial sector in meeting investment needs, the Finance Minister highlighted that the government will focus on preparing the financial sector in terms of size, capacity, skills, and regulatory framework. This strategic approach aims to create an enabling environment for investments and economic growth.
As the ‘Amrit Kaal’ strategy takes center stage, the government aims to usher in an era of economic resilience, inclusive development, and sustainability, positioning India for robust growth in the global landscape. The Finance Minister’s announcements have set the tone for a transformative period, marked by comprehensive reforms and targeted support for the MSME sector.
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