Union Ministers interacted with MSME beneficiaries invited

The Minister for MSME, Jitan Ram Manjhi and Minister of State for MSME, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, interacted today with the MSME beneficiaries who have been invited as ‘Special Guests’ to witness the Republic Day Parade 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.

A total of 100 beneficiaries of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme,199 artisans trained under the Khadi Vikas Yojana, 50 beneficiaries of the SRI Fund and 50 best-performing women artisans under the Mahila Coir Yojana, along with their spouses have been invited by the Ministry of Defence as ‘Special Guests’ to witness the Republic Day Parade 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi. These beneficiaries represent various States and Union Territories across the country.

Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, said, “Today, seeing all of you, I feel as if I am witnessing a ‘Mini India’. You have come from different regions; we are all united as one. Jitan Ram Manjhi, while meeting the beneficiaries, said, “MSMEs are the most powerful platform for job creation. If India is to become prosperous, there is nothing more effective than MSMEs. When you improve, society improves along with you.

During the welcome address by S.C.L. Das, Secretary, Ministry of MSME, stated that, “The country is progressing because of your efforts. Dr. Rajneesh, Additional Secretary & Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, warmly welcomed the beneficiaries and said, “It is a matter of great pleasure for us that you have come here. The vote of thanks was delivered by Smt. Anuja Bapat, Deputy Director General, Office of DC MSME. (UPDATED ON 26TH JANUARY 2026)