Vinod Kumar

During the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia, Dr. Rajneesh, Additional Secretary and Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, shared an update on the current status of MSMEs in India and key initiatives undertaken by the Government of India. ➡️The Ministry is conducting stakeholder consultations regularly with MSME associations at the central, state and sub-state levels. All field offices of the Ministry of MSME are constantly in touch with micro, small, and medium enterprises. ➡️Over 20 lakh MSMEs were newly registered on the Udyam portal in February–March, taking the total number of registered units to over 8 crore. Credit support remains strong, with outstanding lending to MSMEs exceeding ₹36.7 lakh crore and annual credit growth at 23.5%. ➡️The collateral-free lending limit has been doubled from ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh for micro and small enterprises, effective from 1 April 2026. ➡️Credit guarantee support also remained robust, with over 5.27 lakh guarantees worth ₹92,000 crore provided in February–March. ➡️On liquidity support, the TReDS platform has seen significant growth in invoice discounting, rising from ₹4,300 crore in 2022 to over ₹7 lakh crore currently, including ₹85,000 crore in February–March alone. The Ministry continues to engage with all stakeholders and believes in a whole-of-government approach. The situation is being closely monitored and the Ministry of MSME remains committed to supporting micro, small and medium enterprises in India, Dr. Rajneesh said. #Msme #Entrepreneur #Innovation #Development #Employment #Empowerment #Technology #skilldevelopment #training @jitanrmanjhi @ShobhaBJP @minmsme @PIB_India @PIBIndiaMSME @CGTMSEOfficial @NSICLTD @scsthub @kvicindia @IndianCoir

Thank you from 12.37 million MSMEs for this fast action. Definitely resonates with and reflects the commitment of the @narendramodi Government towards MSMEs and Workers. @HardeepSPuri @PetroleumMin @TheSureshGopi @Secretary_MoPNG @neerajmittalias @dcmsmeoffice

@nirupamakotru Old Mumbai has a decadent charm, few can resist!!

#Mumbai city was so keen to make me comfortable and at home from day one,that she insisted that I experience the 1990s everyday. #Churchgate station and platforms are frozen in time,the streets of South Mumbai seem to have seen no change (construction quality must have been very good back then),the cablewallah(incldg good ol Hathway!) still provides a selection of channels you may or may not care for, and the Hindi movies are mostly random AjayDevgan(that's how he spelt his name back then)/#SalmanKhan/#BobbyDeol starrers from the 90s. I even found some vintage wooden cupboards and third generation rats hidden in certain nooks and crannies of my office building(got the cupboards cleared and deprived the poor rats of hiding spaces,but that's another story:)). To complete my experience,when the regulator knob of my LPG gas cylinder broke two nights ago,I had to patiently wait for 24 hours* for the Gods of the neighborhood gas agency to provide a replacement. Coz only they are authorized to replace your regulator(there's no piped gas supply yet in my locality). Bilkul aisa lag raha hai jaise I am back in Mumbai of 1994😜 #lpgcylinders #nostalgia #kitchentales #noteanolife #chai #tealovers #mornings *(To some one used to brewing a perfect cup of tea in the morning, having no tea is मौत के बराबर. That happened to me yesterday morning. Tea made in a microwave oven tastes, to quote the late Dame #MaggieSmith,like lukewarm dog piss🤮 I can order food from outside, but ordering tea or coffee from outside is an exercise in futility. It never tastes the same when you reheat it at home.I feel like getting a फूल माला and putting it around the neck of my LPG cylinder right now coz I just had a perfect cup of tea 😇)

The #JanVishwasBill2026 is a significant milestone in our journey towards #ViksitBharat2047, demonstrating the trust PM @NarendraModi ji and his Government have in citizens, MSMEs, startups, and women entrepreneurs.

MSMEs speak. We listen. We act. Through GST Samvaad, India SME Forum is bridging policy with ground realities—enabling direct dialogue between MSMEs and key stakeholders like @cbic_india Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, @GST_Council & GST departments. Faster resolutions. Lower compliance burden. Stronger MSMEs. Driving a more transparent, responsive & growth-oriented GST—together.

Going LIVE at 5 PM 🔴 A power-packed fireside chat on MSME growth & e-commerce with Vinod Kumar & Gaurav Bhatnagar, Director - Sales, Amazon India Watch here 👉 youtu.be/8f10T5wwliI?si…

@abhish18 @MeityGov @OfficialINDIAai @NICMeity @NTA_Exams Congratulations and best wishes for your new role.

I completed my tenure as Addl Secy @MeityGov, CEO @OfficialINDIAai, and DG NIC @NICMeity on 31st March 2026 and joined as Director General, National Testing Agency @NTA_Exams on 1st April 2026. Grateful for the journey. Excited for what's ahead.

Glimpses from the inauguration by Dr. Rajneesh, Additional Secretary & Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, of the four-day GI Mahotsav held from 26th to 29th March 2026 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The event celebrated India’s rich heritage of Geographical Indication (GI) products and featured around 45+ stalls showcasing over 100 GI-certified products from across the country. From handwoven sarees, textiles, jewellery and handicrafts to agricultural produce, spices, specialty foods, and more, the exhibition reflected the diversity and craftsmanship of India. Organised by the India SME Forum, the Mahotsav highlighted the importance of promoting local artisans, preserving traditional knowledge and strengthening the MSME ecosystem. #Msme #Entrepreneur #Innovation #Development #Employment #Empowerment #Technology #skilldevelopment #training

A historic decision by the Modi Government to build world-class industrial parks! The Government under PM @NarendraModi ji’s leadership has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) with an allocation of ₹33,660 crore to develop 100 investment-ready plug-and-play industrial parks across the country. BHAVYA is a Central Sector Scheme built on key pillars of: - Building next-generation industrial infrastructure - Boosting ease of doing business through reforms & plug-and-play ecosystems - Creating future-ready, sustainable & efficient industrial parks - Driving investment, employment & stronger industrial ecosystems Under the scheme, industrial parks ranging from 100 to 1000 acres (25 acre for Northeast and hilly regions) will be developed, with the Central Government providing financial support of up to ₹1 crore per acre. By enabling cluster-based development and co-location of industries, suppliers and support services, BHAVYA will strengthen supply chains, reduce costs and foster vibrant industrial ecosystems across regions. BHAVYA marks a significant step towards strengthening domestic manufacturing, enhancing India’s global manufacturing competitiveness and advancing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. 📖 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

@searchkashmir @bookmyshow Oh. Sad. Maybe we need more publicity among our networks

@VKwuthoo @bookmyshow I had kept in Saket last week and only 70 people showed up. So had to remove it.

Batt Koch screenings in Bangalore this Sunday 15th March.

@searchkashmir @bookmyshow Nothing in South Delhi / around Pamposh or GK

@VKwuthoo Delh NCR tickets for Batt Koch are available now for this sunday in.bookmyshow.com/movies/nationa… @Bookmyshow

At 70+ I feel like I'm thirty backing exciting innovators/innovations making the impossible possible and from improbable ideas to world-changing socially impactful companies. Never had such a fast learning rate in my life or felt I could have so much impact, which is exciting.

Today, a consultation meeting was held with all stakeholder Ministries, key logistics and trade facilitation partners to review the emerging geopolitical situation and its potential impact on India's Exports and Imports. The Modi Government's readiness to facilitate trade operations was reiterated through measures such as: 🔸 Procedural flexibility in export-related authorisations 🔸 Coordination with Customs & Port authorities to ensure smooth clearance 🔸 Engagement with financial and insurance institutions to safeguard exporter interests In this context, the 'Inter-Ministerial Group (IMG) for Supply Chain Resilience' has been created, comprising members from Department of Financial Services, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Shipping, Ports & Waterways, Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs, to facilitate effective coordination, monitoring and follow-up. Government under PM @NarendraModi ji's leadership remains firmly committed to enabling a stable and responsive trade environment for our traders and exporters, safeguarding their interests and ensuring seamless operations. 📧 Helpline Contact: adg1-dgft@gov.in ☎️ DGFT HelpDesk Number: 1800-572-1550, 1800-111-550

Join the Post-Budget Webinar 2026–27 on “MSMEs as Champions of Growth”, organised by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. Watch the live discussion on YouTube: youtube.com/live/NRfX6bLAP… The session concludes deliberations on key Budget 2026–27 announcements for the MSME sector, with focused discussions on policy execution, investment facilitation, and strengthening institutional support for enterprises. #MSME #PostBudget2026 #ChampionsOfGrowth #IndiaGrowth

Israeli General casually drops: "We will sell Air Defence systems to the whole world." Journalist: "But you don’t even have a production line ready?" Israeli General: "We have 1.4 billion Indians to work for us." 🤯 Bro just admitted what the whole world already knows: India is becoming the global manufacturing beast for high-tech defence gear. From Akash to BrahMos to now powering Israeli air defence lines – our engineers, factories, and talent are the backbone. This isn’t outsourcing. This is India rising as the weapons manufacturing powerhouse the world needs. Make in India → Sell to World. Bharat First. From importer to exporter to global supplier. We’re not just growing – we’re dominating. #Israel

Addressing a post-budget webinar, highlighting how this year’s Union Budget reinforces our commitment to sustaining and strengthening economic growth. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Prime Minister @narendramodi to address Post Budget Webinar on “Sustaining and Strengthening Economic Growth” on 3rd March ▪️ Under this theme, four different webinars sessions are being held covering various sectors including;

Join the Post Budget Webinar 2026➡️‘MSME as Champions of Growth’. Get exclusive insights on Budget announcements and the roadmap to turn MSMEs into India's growth engines on 🗓️ 3rd March, 2026. ▶️Watch Live: youtube.com/live/BgUBla8sD… #PostBudgetWebinar #BudgetAnnouncement #Budget #MSME #ViksitBharat #AtmanirbharBharat #EconomicGrowth #Entrepreneur #Development #Empowerment @jitanrmanjhi @ShobhaBJP @PMOIndia

Join the Post Budget Webinar 2026: ‘MSME as Champions of Growth’ Get exclusive insights on Budget announcements and the roadmap to turn MSMEs into India's growth engines on 3rd March 2026. Watch Live: youtube.com/live/BgUBla8sD… #MSME #Budget2026 #UdyamiBharatViksitBharat #MSME