Sudhanwa Kopardekar

It was great to discuss the automotive and auto-component industry trends with my panel yesterday at the Pune International Business Summit... organized by @MCCIA_Pune Will post the recording soon.

Dr. Rajneesh (IAS), Additional Secretary & Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, Government of India, addressed #MCCIAPIBS2026 with a powerful reminder — MSMEs are not just contributors to the economy, they are its foundation. With 31% contribution to GDP, 45% to exports, and employing over 32 crore people, MSMEs are driving India’s resilience and global competitiveness. As India moves towards its 2047 vision, MSMEs will remain at the centre of growth. #PuneInternationalBusinessSummit #MSME #IndiaGrowth #PIBS2026

Maharashtra is not just attracting investment — it is strategically shaping its next growth cycle. At #MCCIAPIBS2026, Mr. P. Velrasu, CEO, @midc_india, outlined the state’s clear thrust areas — Steel, Defence, Data Centres, Electronics Manufacturing, Bio-Pharma and Emerging Technologies — backed by policy reform, land readiness, incentives, and long-term trust. From Davos MoUs to on-ground conversion, the message was clear: Maharashtra is playing the long game. Watch the full conversation at youtu.be/Mi8Dn-taJOY?si… @Girbane @aparanjape

From #manufacturing powerhouse to global innovation hub — #Pune is now a leading destination for #GlobalCapabilityCentres. Talent, engineering depth, & a collaborative ecosystem are redefining how the world builds in India. Insights from previous editions of the MCCIA #PunInternationalBusinessSummit continue to shape this journey. The conversation continues at PIBS 2026 | Do join us. February 9-10 | JW Marriott, Pune 🔗 mcciapune.com/events/events-… @Girbane @aparanjape @dinakholkar #MCCIAPIBS

Key insights from the panel on HR’s Role in Preventive Healthcare & Employee Well-being at MCCIA HR Health and Wellness Summit, 2025. "Employee satisfaction and employee engagement are not the same. While satisfaction reflects contentment with current conditions, engagement speaks to emotional commitment and involvement. A satisfied employee may still be disengaged doing just enough, without contributing meaningfully to the organisation’s goals" - Ms. @BarnaliSengupta, Head HR, @DeepakNovochem "Organisational culture is the most critical and foundational element upon which any effective HR policy must be built. Without a culture rooted in trust, inclusivity, and purpose, even the best-designed policies risk falling short" - Mr. @vinodbidwaik ,Group Director-HR, AP Globale @SakalMediaNews "Diversity and inclusivity plays an important role, highlighting capabilities during processes of hiring and promotions can curtail subconscious biases" - Ms. @TinaRastogi,Head HR @Cybagesoftware

MCCIA welcomed @MihirKumar, CEO Government E Marketplace (GeM), for an engaging session with Pune’s business community on 18th July 2025. The discussion shed light on the latest initiatives of GeM, including seller registration, tender discovery, and how MSMEs can leverage the platform for business growth. We appreciate the active participation that helped make this session both meaningful and engaging! @GeM_India @minmsme @DoC_GoI @Girbane @SHKopardekar #MCCIA #GeM #DigitalProcurement #EaseOfDoingBusiness #GovtMarketplace #MSMEIndia #PuneEvents #PublicProcurement

Pune Expo 2025 is here! 📅 10–12 Dec | 📍 Autocluster, Chinchwad, Pune Join India’s leading showcase of ⚙️ manufacturing excellence and 🛡️ defence innovations. Meet industry leaders, launch products, explore tech, and connect globally. 📩 Contact: puneexpo@mcciapune.com Sudhanwa Kopardekar - 9960822251 Prashant Jogalekar - 9822425268 puneexpo@mcciapune.com / 020-25709171 @prashantpune @SHKopardekar #PuneExpo2025 #MCCIA #DefenceTech #Manufacturing #MakeInIndia #BusinessExpo

MCCIA had the privilege of hosting Hon’ble Shri @mohol_murlidhar , Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation, Government of India today to discuss important issues relating to Civil Aviation requirements of Pune region: -Extension of the runway at the current airport -Enhancing air connectivity from Pune -Unlocking cargo movement potential from the existing airport -Development of a new airport in Pune district We also explored strategies for marketing and branding Pune as a destination for investment and economic growth. We sincerely thank the Hon’ble Minister for his proactive engagement and his commitment to continuing this dialogue at regular intervals. Mr. Sanjay Kirloskar @Girbane Dr. @vidya_symbiosis Dr. Ajit Ranade Mr. @arvindgoel6 Mr. @AnandChordia Mr. @RS_BajajAuto Mr. @SadhaleVivek Mrs. @zelamac Mr.@anandesh Mr. @GBambawale Mr. @DicciMilind67 Mr. @dgkpune Mr. Ajay Mehta Mr. Satish Magar

The Directorate of Industries (@didicpune) , Government of Maharashtra (@mygovMaha) of in association with @MCCIA_Pune successfully hosted the #Pune_District_Investors_Summit_2025 on 12th March at MCCIA, Pune. The summit brought together investors, policymakers, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs to explore  investments in Pune Districts in #manufacturing, #infrastructure and services segments Check out the press coverage highlighting key insights from the summit! ⬇️

We are honored to announce that Mr. Dammu Ravi, Secretary (Economic Relations), @MEAIndia, will be joining us as a distinguished speaker at the #AsiaEconomicDialogue 2025, taking place in Pune from February 20 to 22. Organized jointly by the @MEAIndia and the @PuneIntCentre, the #AsiaEconomicDialogue is a premier forum for insightful discussions on the global #GeoeconomicTrends This platform brings together world leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore key economic and strategic challenges shaping our future. @rameshmashelkar @GBambawale @Girbane @IndianDiplomacy

As part of the #SouthernCommand’s commitment to fostering self-reliance under the #AtmaNirbharBharat initiative, the Regional Technology Node, #Pune, organised a visit for representatives of MSMEs and startups, in collaboration with MCCIA, to the #KnowYourArmyMela. The event provided an invaluable platform for defense industry stakeholders to explore the Army’s technological aspirations. #IndianArmy #ArmyDayParade2025 #ArmyDay2025 @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @PIBPUNE @PRODefPune

Strengthening #Indo-#German MSME Collaborations Mr. Prashant Girabne (@Girbane) , DG, @MCCIA_Pune, engaged with Mr. Reinhold von Ungern-Sternberg, Director of International Markets, @BVMWeV , to boost Indian-German #MSME partnerships. With 2,000+ German firms in India & #Pune hosting 350+ of them, the stage is set for deeper collaboration. @AjitVGupte @barvemanoj @SHKopardekar #MCCIA #indio_german #msmes #collaboration #globalpartnerships #india #germany #businessgrowth #pune #internationalbusiness

#Maharashtra ranks 3rd in the Food Safety Index 2021-22, with food processing contributing 12.10% to agricultural GVA. #Pune, a thriving center for food processing and agro-industries. @MCCIA_Pune proudly hosts the 'Quality & Food Safety Leadership Summit to foster innovation and excellence and has officially begun! Stay tuned for event highlights and updates throughout the day! #MCCIA #FoodSafety #FoodProcessing #InnovationInAgro #QualityLeadership #SafeFoodFuture #AgriGrowth #FoodSafety #SustainabilityInFood #FoodQuality

@MCCIA_Pune hosted Mr. Michael Schreuder (@MJSchreuder), Deputy Principal Officer at the U.S. Consulate (@USAndMumbai) , for an insightful discussion on the "Battery Technology for Future Mobility" initiative. This India-U.S. collaboration, under the iCET framework, aims to secure supply chains and enhance energy security through joint research, secure licensing, and commercialization. Together, we’re driving progress in Next-Gen EV Battery Technology. #MCCIA #USIndia #BatteryTechnology #supplychain #research #licensing #development #pune #FutureMobility #Collaboration

How it started Vs How it is going ...On the left is the @MCCIA_Pune's Tilak Road office building which was inaugurated in 1968 The same building is now our newly opened 'Centre of Excellence for Women Entrepreneurs'! #90yearsofMCCIA #Pune @Girbane @aparanjape @dinakholkar

Inauguration of the Branch of 'MSME Development and Facilitation Office' in #Pune We are pleased to share that the @minmsme agreed to the MCCIA's long-standing request to open the branch of the MSME Development and Facilitation Office in #Pune. The inauguration took place today, March 9th 2024, at the auspicious hands of the Shri Narayan Rane Saheb @MeNarayanRane, Hon'ble Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India. This is an important milestone in the support of #MSMEs from Pune and surrounding areas. @MCCIA_Pune will continue to work in close cooperation with the @minmsme for the benefit of MSMEs. @baanujar @msmedimumbai @Girbane

विभागीय आयुक्त डॉ. चंद्रकांत पुलकुंडवार यांच्या हस्ते जिल्हास्तरीय औद्योगिक गुंतवणूक परिषद २०२४ चे उद्घाटन. परिषदेत एकूण १६ हजार ५८१ कोटींची एकूण ७२ सामंजस्य करारांवर स्वाक्षऱ्या. २९ हजार १३ रोजगार निर्माण होणार. @MahaDGIPR @samant_uday #MakeInIndia #Maharashtra #Pune

We are thrilled to share that our Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director, Dr. Anand Deshpande (@anandesh), has been honored with the prestigious title of EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ 2023 in the Services category! This award reflects Anand’s unwavering entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to making a difference in society. Having been a part of the Indian IT services industry for over three decades and empowering Persistent to navigate through technology S-curves while focusing on growth, he is also uplifting entrepreneurs through his nonprofit, the @deAsra_FDN. We are inspired by his journey and values because together, we can build a future where innovation and purpose go hand in hand. Congratulations, Anand, on winning this well-deserved honor! @EY_India, @CSR_Persistent, @CNBCTV18Live #EOYIndia2023 #BuildersOfABetterIndia #SeeBeyondRiseAbove

🎉Congratulations! To the winners of MCCIA Annual Awards 2023 🏆! Join us in recognising and celebrating the spirit of #entrepreneurship & #innovation in each of the award winners! 🗓️Friday, 19th January 📍 Balagandharv Rang Mandir, #Pune ⏲️9 am 🔗mcciapune.com/events/events-…

We @MCCIA_Pune believe that industry-academia collaboration is a vital aspect of fostering #innovation & #entrepreneurship 📙In this month's 'Sampada' read articles on experiential learning, importance of adopting the changes in pedagogy, and the need for the industry to take steps in skilling/upskilling, among others. 🔗mcciapunesampada.com/p/sampada-sept…