The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur hosted a landmark roundtable discussion titled “MSME & Viksit Bharat @ 2047.” The discussion brought together an influential group of policymakers, business leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs, and financial experts to explore the critical role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in realizing India’s ambition of becoming a developed nation by the year 2047.

 

The event was led by Shantanu Srivastava, Managing Director and CEO of Ishan International and Founder of the Ishan Foundation. Srivastava presented a compelling strategic roadmap for the MSME Sector, emphasizing its significance as the backbone of the Indian economy. Dr Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur, reinforced the message by highlighting MSMEs as central to the Viksit Bharat vision. Participants called for closing the gap between industry and academia, particularly through the practical application.