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In the quiet sway of Ri-Bhoi’s bamboo groves, strength doesn’t roar—it whispers. It’s in the calloused hands of farmers who speak the language of shoots and stems, in the creak of towering culms standing guard over the next generation. Here, resilience grows green and tall, rooted in tradition and reaching for a sustainable future.
In the heart of Assam, women weavers of Dhemaji and Lakhimpur transform threads into resilience, weaving not just fabrics but futures.
Walking through the quiet lanes of Maniabandh in Cuttack district, I was struck not by the sound of the looms though they are always humming but by something quieter, more powerful: the expression on the faces of the women.
While India may have plenty of AI solutions for large businesses, MSMEs need a more desi version which differs from the needs of larger firms.
India’s MSME ecosystem has unique features that call for a customised approach. There is a growing consensus that India must develop its own basic AI model to address local challenges and opportunities.
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme is central to this mission. Introduced in 2020 to transform India’s manufacturing sector, its targeted financial initiatives directly align with the goals of a self-reliant nation.
Odisha’s tribal women transform traditional puffed rice skills into thriving business
The road to sustainability requires a shift in mindset. While financial considerations remain paramount, MSMEs must recognize that sustainable practices drive business growth, enhance brand reputation, and ensure regulatory compliance.
The RBI’s draft guidelines propose removing prepayment penalties on floating-rate loans for retail and MSME borrowers, offering more flexibility to switch lenders or prepay without penalties, currently at 4-5% for personal loans.
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