Businessline MSME Conclave 2026

MSMEs: India’s Most Undervalued Growth Multiplier

•MSMEs are a major contributor to the Indian economy, accounting for around 30–31% of the GDP and providing employment to over 240–320 million people.

•In terms of exports, they are an integral part of the supply chain, contributing about 45% of India’s total exports. MSMEs also play a crucial role in employment generation, remaining the second-largest employer after agriculture.

•The sector has a strong rural footprint, with more than half of MSMEs operating in rural and semi-urban India.

•To ensure sustained growth, the Government of India continues to introduce supportive schemes, including initiatives under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat programme to strengthen resilience and global competitiveness.

•The MSME Growth Conclave is designed to bring brands directly into this transformation story.

The Hindu businessline presents “MSME GROWTH CONCLAVE 26” is a half-day Conclave, a premium thought-leadership platform bringing together:

•Policymakers

•Industry leaders

•Entrepreneurs

•Investors

•Innovators

•Growth-focused MSMEs