2025 MSME Day Celebrated

As India marks MSME Day 2025, the country finds itself at a critical juncture. With over 7.4 crore micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) accounting for nearly 30 per cent of GDP, 45.7 per cent of exports, and employing over 20 crore people, the sector is undeniably the backbone of the Indian economy. The emergence of Industry 5.0 marks a new chapter for India's MSMEs, where the fusion of human creativity and intelligent machines could redefine manufacturing, services, and even artisanal sectors.

But despite its scale and contribution, MSMEs face a complex matrix of challenges such as – limited access to finance, outdated technology, skill gaps, and infrastructure bottlenecks. Yet, a quiet transformation is underway, powered by digital tools, policy support, and a growing recognition that innovation must be inclusive if India is to realize its vision of becoming a $5 trillion economy.