UPSC Daily Current Affairs - 2nd January 2026
Source: PIB
Relevance:
GS Paper II – Governance and Public Administration, Internal Security, Centre–State Relations, Role of Security Agencies.
GS Paper III – Internal Security (Terrorism, LWE, Cyber Crime, Narcotics), Border Management, Disaster Management, Role of Technology in Security
Important Key Concepts for Prelims and Mains:
For Prelims:
- Left-Wing Extremism, Naxalmukt Bharat Abhiyan, Karreguttalu Hills Operation, Operation Black Forest, Multi-Agency Centre (MAC), NDPS Act, Narco-terrorism, Immigration & Foreigners Bill, 2025, OCI Portal, Fast Track Immigration, Vibrant Villages Programme, NDRF, Census 2027, Caste Enumeration, Zonal Councils
For Mains:
- Internal Security Architecture, Intelligence-led Operations, Inter-Agency Coordination, Technology-Driven Policing, Development–Security Nexus, Counter-Insurgency & Rehabilitation, Victim-Centric Criminal Justice, Time-Bound Justice, Evidence-Based Policing, Narco-Terror Ecosystem, Border Management & Migration Control, Disaster Resilience, Cooperative Federalism.
Why in News?
The year 2025 was a landmark year for the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in advancing the vision of Safe, Secure and Viksit Bharat under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah.
During the year, MHA focused on strengthening internal security and effectively dealing with challenges such as terrorism, left-wing extremism, insurgency, organised crime, cybercrime, narcotics trafficking, border management, disaster management and governance reforms. These efforts were supported by technology, inter-agency coordination, community engagement and legislative reforms, leading to reduced violence, improved conviction rates and enhanced citizen security, in line with the principles of Nyay (Justice), Suraksha (Security) and Samriddhi (Prosperity).
Left-Wing Extremism (LWE): Naxalmukt Bharat Abhiyan
In line with the Government’s resolve to eliminate Naxalism by 31 March 2026, unprecedented success was achieved in 2025 through a multi-pronged strategy involving security operations, development initiatives, rehabilitation policies and inter-state coordination.
- Shri Amit Shah chaired security review meetings in Raipur (April 2025) and inter-state coordination meetings (June 2025) reiterating that Naxalism would be eradicated by March 2026.
- Security forces conducted the biggest-ever anti-Naxal operation at Karreguttalu Hills (Chhattisgarh–Telangana border), neutralising 31 Naxalites in a 21-day operation without casualties to security forces (May 2025).
- In Narayanpur, security forces neutralised 27 Maoists, including CPI-Maoist General Secretary Nambala Keshav Rao alias Basavaraju, marking the first such high-level elimination in three decades (May 2025).
- Operation Black Forest resulted in large-scale arrests and surrenders across states.
- Security forces neutralised 16 Naxalites in Sukma, eliminated top commanders in Jharkhand, and dismantled Naxalism from the Bokaro region.
- Two Central Committee Members were eliminated in the Abujhmad region.
- In 2025, 312 LWE cadres were eliminated, the highest ever; most-affected districts reduced to 3, and affected districts reduced to 11.
- Large-scale surrenders took place in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, with automatic weapons handed over.
- Cultural and developmental initiatives such as Bastar Pandum, Bastar Dussehra, and Bastar Olympics symbolised the transformation of Bastar from fear to future.
National Security & Counter-Terrorism
- Shri Amit Shah inaugurated the new Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) in New Delhi to enhance intelligence coordination.
- Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev demonstrated India’s decisive response to terrorism, including the elimination of terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack.
- MAC, CCTNS, NATGRID, amendments to UAPA, NIA Act and PMLA, and strict action against terror funding delivered strong blows to terrorism.
- The National Investigation Agency (NIA) achieved a conviction rate of approximately 95%, among the highest globally.
- Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025 and National Security Strategies Conference strengthened preparedness against emerging threats.
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
- The Government reaffirmed that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India.
- Emotional integration initiatives such as Watan Ko Jano engaged youth from J&K.
- 12 Hurriyat-linked organisations severed ties with separatism and pledged allegiance to the Constitution.
- Security review meetings ensured sustained pressure on terror ecosystems.
- Relief, rehabilitation and job assistance were extended to families affected by cross-border attacks.
Cyber Security & Forensic Science
- Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) launched e-Zero FIR, enabling automatic FIR registration for cyber financial crimes.
- A four-pillar strategy—Convergence, Coordination, Communication and Capacity—was adopted to tackle cybercrime.
- Expansion of National Forensic Science University (NFSU) and Central Forensic Science Laboratories (CFSL) strengthened evidence-based criminal justice.
- Forensic science was mainstreamed to enhance conviction rates.
New Criminal Laws
- Completion of one year of the three New Criminal Laws, marking a shift towards victim-centric, time-bound justice.
- Extensive review meetings with States and UTs ensured uniform implementation.
- Strict timelines were established for police, prosecution and judiciary to ensure speedy justice.
Combating Narcotics
- A ruthless and whole-of-government approach dismantled narco-terror ecosystems.
- Massive seizures of narcotics including cocaine, methamphetamine and ganja were made across the country.
- Global drug cartels operating across continents were busted through multi-agency coordination.
- Courts convicted 29 drug traffickers in 2025.
- Drug disposal campaigns destroyed narcotics worth thousands of crores.
Border Management & Immigration
- Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 introduced a transparent, tech-driven immigration framework.
- New OCI Portal enhanced services for over 5 million cardholders.
- Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme expanded to multiple airports.
- Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP and VVP-2) strengthened infrastructure, tourism, culture and livelihoods in border villages.
Disaster Management
- Shift from reactive to proactive disaster management with the goal of zero casualty.
- Massive deployment of NDRF teams during disasters.
- Central assistance of over ₹15,000 crore under SDRF and ₹2,267 crore under NDRF released.
- Approval of Urban Flood Risk Management Programme, wetland restoration projects and state recovery plans.
North-East Region
- Violent incidents reduced by 70% and civilian casualties by 85%.
- Peace accords, infrastructure development, youth empowerment and cultural integration strengthened Act East momentum.
- Long-pending demands, including Assam Rifles land transfer in Mizoram, were fulfilled.
Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)
- Modernisation through technology such as anti-drone systems and surveillance tools.
- Honorary rank enhancement for retiring personnel boosted morale.
- CRPF, BSF and CISF played key roles in internal security, border management and infrastructure protection.
Census 2027 & Social Justice
- Population Census-2027 to be conducted in two phases along with caste enumeration.
- Decision reaffirmed Government’s commitment to social justice, inclusion and evidence-based policymaking.
Official Language & Governance
- Promotion of Indian languages through Bharatiya Bhasha Anubhag.
- Strengthening of Zonal Councils as engines of cooperative federalism.
- Electoral reforms, island development initiatives, Yamuna rejuvenation, constitutional amendments and national heritage commemorations undertaken.
Conclusion
The Ministry of Home Affairs in 2025 delivered transformative outcomes across security, governance, justice, development and social integration. With terrorism, Naxalism and insurgency nearing elimination, strengthened cyber and border security, modernised policing, and people-centric reforms, India entered 2026 stronger, safer and more united on the path to Viksit Bharat.
UPSC PYQ
Q. Consider the following statements: (2019)
- The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) has a ‘Protocol against the Smuggling of Migrants by Land, Sea and Air’.
- The UNCAC is the ever-first legally binding global anti-corruption instrument.
- A highlight of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) is the inclusion of a specific chapter aimed at returning assets to their rightful owners from whom they had been taken illicitly.
- The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is mandated by its member States to assist in the implementation of both UNCAC and UNTOC.
Which of the statements given above is correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans: (c)
CARE MCQ
Q. Consider the following statements regarding Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) in India:
- The Government has set a target to eliminate Naxalism by March 31, 2026.
- Karreguttalu Hills operation was one of the largest anti-Naxal operations conducted without casualties to security forces.
- The number of most-affected LWE districts has increased in recent years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The number of most-affected districts has reduced, not increased.
Source: PIB
Relevance:
General Studies Paper–III (GS–III)
(Indian Economy, Inclusive Growth, MSMEs, Employment generation, Government initiatives, Technology and innovation)
Important Keywords
For Prelims:
- Artisan-centric livelihood framework (PM Vishwakarma); Technology-enabled MSME ecosystem (Digital MSME 2.0); Employment-linked enterprise promotion scheme (PMEGP); Credit risk-sharing mechanism for MSEs (CGTMSE); Digital commerce integration platform for MSMEs (ONDC); Equity and growth capital facility for MSMEs (SRI Fund); Performance-oriented MSME reform initiative (RAMP); Quality, innovation and competitiveness framework (MSME Champions);
For Mains:
- Major achievements and policy initiatives of the Ministry of MSME during 2025; Contribution of MSMEs to employment generation, industrial growth and inclusive development; Key financial, technological and market-related challenges confronting MSMEs; Way forward for building resilient, competitive and globally integrated MSMEs.
Why in News?
The year 2025 witnessed significant and reform-oriented advances in India’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, strengthening its central role in job creation, inclusive growth, and balanced economic development.
MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS AND INITIATIVES UNDER VARIOUS SCHEMES/PROGRAMMES DURING 2025:
MSME Sector: Strategic Importance
From a policy perspective, MSMEs are critical to:
- Inclusive and employment-intensive growth
- Strengthening domestic value chains
- Enhancing export competitiveness
- Advancing the goals of Atmanirbhar Bharat
Their contribution extends beyond economics, influencing social stability, rural livelihoods, and regional development.
Formalisation of MSMEs (2025)
Udyam Registration Portal
The Udyam Registration Portal, launched on 1 July 2020, was designed to simplify MSME registration and ensure seamless access to government schemes and benefits. The portal is:
- Free of cost
- Paperless
- Fully digital
It significantly reduced procedural barriers and encouraged voluntary participation of enterprises in the formal economy.
Udyam Assist Platform (UAP)
To further deepen formalisation, the Ministry launched the Udyam Assist Platform (UAP) on 11 January 2023. Its primary objective is to bring Informal Micro Enterprises (IMEs) into the formal system and enable them to access Priority Sector Lending (PSL).
UAP serves as a critical bridge between:
- Informal enterprises, and
- Institutional credit and policy support mechanisms.
Extent of Formalisation
Between 1 July 2020 and 17 December 2025, more than 7.30 crore enterprises were brought under the formal framework:
- 4.37 crore enterprises registered on the Udyam Portal
- 2.92 crore enterprises covered through the Udyam Assist Platform
This large-scale registration drive represents one of the most comprehensive enterprise formalisation efforts undertaken in India.
Revised MSME Classification: Union Budget 2025–26
Recognising the need to allow MSMEs to grow without losing policy support, the Union Budget 2025–26 revised the investment and turnover thresholds for MSME classification. The revised definition came into effect from 1 April
Revised MSME Definition (₹ crore)
| Enterprise | Investment (Old) | Investment (Revised) | Turnover (Old) | Turnover (Revised) |
| Micro | 1 | 2.5 | 5 | 10 |
| Small | 10 | 25 | 50 | 100 |
| Medium | 50 | 125 | 250 | 500 |
- Investment limits increased by 2.5 times
- Turnover limits increased by 2 times
Access to Credit:
Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)
- Credit-linked margin money subsidy for new micro-enterprises in the non-farm sector.
- Promotes self-employment and job creation, especially in rural and backward regions.
- Combines bank credit + subsidy, lowering entry barriers for first-generation entrepreneurs.
- Supports manufacturing and services, aiding rural economic diversification.
- Multilingual applications (19 regional languages) improve inclusivity and outreach.
- Contributes to poverty reduction, balanced regional development, and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSEs (CGSMSE)
- Enables collateral-free institutional credit to MSEs by sharing lender risk with government via Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises.
- Overcomes a key structural constraint of MSMEs: lack of collateral.
- Enhanced guarantee cover (up to ₹10 crore) supports scaling and growth-oriented MSMEs.
- Rationalised guarantee fees improve scheme sustainability and lender participation.
- Inclusive provisions strengthen financial inclusion and social equity.
Infrastructure & Capacity Building
PM Vishwakarma Scheme
- Launched to provide end-to-end support to traditional artisans and craftspeople across 18 trades.
- Achieved 30 lakh beneficiary registrations within two years, reflecting strong grassroots outreach.
- Focuses on skill upgradation, credit access, digital inclusion, tool modernisation and marketing support.
- Large-scale collateral-free credit and toolkit distribution enhance productivity and income security.
- Trade fairs and exhibitions strengthen market linkages, preserving traditional skills while integrating them into modern value chains.
- Contributes to heritage-based livelihoods, inclusive growth, and rural non-farm employment.
Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme
- World Bank–supported Central Sector Scheme to improve MSME access to markets, finance and technology.
- Emphasises institutional strengthening at Centre and State levels and cooperative federalism.
- Approval of State/UT-led proposals reflects a bottom-up, reform-linked funding approach.
- Large MSME coverage indicates its role in systemic competitiveness and productivity enhancement.
- Supports transition from scheme-based assistance to performance-based MSME growth.
Micro and Small Enterprises Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP)
- Cluster-based approach to improve productivity, competitiveness and economies of scale.
- Supports Common Facility Centres (CFCs), flatted factories and industrial estates.
- High number of completed projects shows infrastructure-led MSME strengthening.
- Enables shared technology, testing, and infrastructure, reducing individual enterprise costs.
- Enhances regional industrial ecosystems and local employment.
Promotion of MSMEs in North Eastern Region & Sikkim
- Addresses regional imbalance by supporting MSME infrastructure in NER & Sikkim.
- Focuses on technology centres, industrial estates and tourism-linked MSMEs.
- Strengthens manufacturing, R&D, packaging, skilling and innovation in a geographically constrained region.
- Infrastructure support improves market connectivity and regional integration.
- Aligns MSME growth with Act East Policy and balanced regional development.
Assistance in Procurement and Marketing
Public Procurement Policy for MSEs (2012)
- Ensures assured market access by mandating 25% annual procurement from MSEs by Central Ministries/Departments/CPSEs.
- Includes sub-targets: 4% SC/ST-owned and 3% women-owned MSEs; 358 items reserved exclusively for MSEs.
- Actual procurement exceeded mandate in 2024–25 (43.58%), signalling effective demand-side support.
- Strengthens MSME viability, scale, and predictability of demand, aiding formalisation and competitiveness.
Procurement & Marketing Support (PMS) Scheme
- Expands market access via domestic trade fairs/expos; improves product visibility and buyer linkages.
- 2025–26: 225 events; 10,271 MSEs benefited—demonstrates scale and outreach.
- IITF–2025 showcased MSMEs nationwide (292 stalls): strong women, SC/ST, PwD, GI and ODOP representation.
- Recognition (“Empowering India” Silver Medal) reflects institutional push for inclusive market integration.
National SC–ST Hub (NSSH)
- Builds capacity and entrepreneurship culture among SC/ST MSEs to meet the 4% procurement mandate.
- Uses vendor development programmes, conclaves, and handholding to integrate SC/ST firms into CPSE supply chains.
- Outcomes show sharp procurement value gains (37-fold since 2015–16)—evidence of targeted inclusion working.
- Addresses structural barriers via skills upgradation, market linkages, and buyer sensitisation.
Access to Technology
MSME Champions Scheme
- Umbrella scheme to modernise processes, reduce waste, and enhance global competitiveness of MSMEs.
- Operates through three integrated components:
- ZED (Zero Defect Zero Effect): Improves quality, productivity, sustainability, and environmental compliance.
- LEAN: Promotes process efficiency, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
- Innovative (Incubation, Design & IPR): Encourages innovation, product design, and IP protection.
Innovative Component
- Incubation: Network of 773 Host Institutes nurtures new ideas; Idea Hackathon 5.0 (2025) reflects scale of grassroots innovation.
- Design: Collaboration with IISc, IITs, NITs integrates design thinking into MSMEs.
- IPR: Patent, trademark, design and GI support strengthens technology ownership and market power.
ZED Certification
- Large-scale certification across Bronze–Silver–Gold levels signals a shift towards quality-led MSME growth.
- Enhances export readiness, buyer confidence, and sustainable manufacturing.
LEAN Scheme
- Improves shop-floor practices and competitiveness, enabling MSMEs to integrate with global value chains.
Technology Centres & Infrastructure
- Technology Centres (Tool Rooms) provide design, tooling, precision manufacturing, and testing support to MSMEs.
- Support strategic sectors (defence, aerospace) and act as hubs for industry-ready skilling.
- Expansion via Technology Centre & Extension Centre (TCEC) Scheme improves regional access to technology and advisory services.
- Technology Centre System Programme (TCSP) modernises centres with World Bank support, strengthening advanced manufacturing capacity.
- New and upgraded centres have directly supported MSME productivity and skilled manpower creation.
Skilling & Entrepreneurship Development
- Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme (ESDP) builds entrepreneurial and managerial capabilities at scale.
- Assistance to Training Institutions (ATI) strengthens training infrastructure across ni-msme, KVIC, NSIC, MGIRI, Tool Rooms, and State EDIs.
- Focus on Eastern India and North-East addresses regional skill gaps and enterprise readiness.
IT Initiatives & Cyber Security
- Cyber Jagrit Bharat (Oct 2025) enhanced cyber hygiene and resilience among MSMEs and officials, with support from Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In).
- Addresses rising digital and financial cyber risks in MSME digitisation.
Data-Driven & Spatial Governance
- Performance Smartboard improves transparency, monitoring, and evidence-based policymaking across MSME schemes.
- Integration with PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan through GIS mapping of ~1 lakh assets enables:
- Better targeting and convergence of schemes
- Identification of infrastructure gaps
- Improved last-mile delivery and resource allocation
Promotion of Khadi Village Industries and Coir Sector
Khadi & Village Industries (KVI)
- Promotion of KVI is central to rural employment, artisan livelihoods, and decentralised industrialisation.
- Implemented through Khadi and Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (KGVY), a Central Sector Scheme with:
- Khadi Vikas Yojana (KVY): Promotion and development of Khadi
- Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (GVY): Promotion of village industries
Economic Performance (FY 2025–26, till 30.11.2025)
- KVI Sales: ₹1,27,606 crore (↑ from ₹1,10,747 crore in FY 2024–25)
- KVI Production: ₹85,072 crore (↑ from ₹76,018 crore in FY 2024–25)
→ Indicates revival, market expansion and rising demand.
Key Initiatives
- Artisan income enhancement: Spinning wages raised; weaving wages increased by 20% (from 01.04.2025).
- Market access: MoU between Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) and National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) for a whole-of-government market ecosystem.
- Khadi Mahotsav (Sept–Oct 2025): Nationwide promotion under Vocal for Local and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
- Global outreach: Participation in North East India Festival, Seoul (2025) to internationalise the “Khadi India” brand.
Mains Linkage: Strengthens rural non-farm employment, artisan incomes, cultural economy and local manufacturing.
Coir Sector
- Coir sector showed strong export-led and technology-driven growth in 2025.
- Exports (Jan–Oct 2025): ₹5,260.77 crore, reflecting robust global demand.
Skill, Market & Technology Support
- Skill upgradation: Training of 985 artisans, including 437 women, promoting women-led livelihoods.
- Market promotion:
- 74 domestic promotional programmes
- Participation in 35 domestic & 6 international exhibitions
- Entrepreneurship: Registration of 166 new exporters, expanding export base.
Innovation & Sustainability
- Technology development: 7 new machines/products (e.g., thin blended coir yarn spinning machine) for value addition and modernisation.
- Environmental positioning: Life Cycle Assessment with academic collaboration highlights eco-friendly advantages of coir over synthetics.
- International Cooperation: ₹633 lakh assistance to 151 beneficiaries for capacity building and global integration.
Achievements of Ministry’s Other Organisations
National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC)
- Provides raw material credit support to MSMEs under the Raw Material Assistance (RMA) scheme by paying suppliers against Bank Guarantee, easing working capital constraints.
- FY 2024–25: ₹8,479.91 crore credit support to 2,482 MSMEs.
- Jan–Nov 2025: ₹7,841.42 crore (provisional) support to 2,440+ MSMEs, indicating sustained demand for institutional working capital.
- NSIC Technical Services Centres (NTSCs) deliver job-oriented, industry-aligned skilling using conventional to hi-tech machinery.
- Achieved record skilling outcomes with over 84,000 trainees trained in 2025, reflecting MSME skill demand.
- Establishment of NTSC at Bodh Gaya strengthens regional skill infrastructure for the Magadh region, linking skilling with NSSH and procurement ecosystems.
Mains Linkage: NSIC strengthens MSME liquidity, skill readiness, and regional industrial capacity, directly supporting competitiveness and employment.
Mahatma Gandhi Institute for Rural Industrialization (MGIRI)
- A national autonomous institute rooted in Gandhian principles, promoting self-sufficiency and sustainable rural industries.
- Supports micro enterprises and artisans through product development, consultancy, incubation, machinery design, and technology dissemination.
- Repositioning as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Rural Industrialisation approved, signalling a shift to high-impact institutional support.
- Infrastructure augmentation (hostel/guest house) strengthens training and outreach capacity.
- In 2025, MGIRI delivered large-scale skill programmes, developed new technologies and innovative products, and expanded outreach to remote regions (NE & Ladakh).
Mains Linkage: MGIRI anchors sustainable rural industrialisation, artisan empowerment, and region-specific technology solutions—key to inclusive growth.
National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (ni-msme)
- Apex training, research, and policy support institution for MSMEs under the MSMED framework.
- Focus areas include entrepreneurship development, IT training, programme evaluation, policy studies, and inclusion of the under-privileged.
- In 2025, conducted extensive national training programmes and workshops, strengthening entrepreneurial and managerial capacity.
- Initiated international training programmes with CIRDAP, marking India’s role in South–South cooperation in MSME development.
Bilateral Cooperation, New Initiatives & Major Events
Bilateral MoUs & International Engagements
- MSME internationalisation strengthened through MoUs with Mauritius, Thailand, Slovakia and Malaysia, focusing on:
- Capacity building & expert exchanges
- Technology transfer & industrial partnerships
- Business missions, exhibitions and trade fairs
- Training and technical assistance
- MoUs involving National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) position Indian MSMEs within global value chains and promote enterprise-to-enterprise cooperation.
- Engagements reflect India’s strategy of MSME-led economic diplomacy and South–South & Indo-Pacific cooperation.
India–Japan & India–Taiwan MSME Cooperation
- 5S & Kaizen Programme (Japan):
- Certification of Indian trainers enhances manufacturing efficiency, quality culture and shop-floor competitiveness.
- India–Japan MSME Joint Working Group (JWG):
- Platform under Industrial Competitiveness Partnership to align technology, skilling and productivity roadmaps.
- India–Taiwan MSME JWG:
- Focus on technology collaboration, SME innovation and future roadmap, reinforcing East Asian MSME integration.
Other Major Initiatives & Events
MSME Hackathon 5.0 (2025)
- Promotes smart and sustainable MSMEs through innovation-led growth.
- Supports technology adoption, product design and business strategy with financial assistance up to ₹15 lakh.
- Large participation indicates strong innovation potential at grassroots level.
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Portal
- Addresses delayed payments to MSEs, a chronic MSME constraint.
- Provides low-cost, digital, end-to-end dispute resolution, improving ease of doing business and trust in formal systems.
Yashasvini Campaign
- Targets gender parity in MSME formalisation and women-led enterprise visibility.
- Enhances awareness and registration of women-owned MSMEs, supporting inclusive entrepreneurship and procurement equity.
Major Outreach & Conclaves
PM Vishwakarma & National SC–ST Hub Mega Conclave (2025)
- Showcases artisans’ livelihood transformation and inclusive entrepreneurship.
- MoUs with design and management institutions strengthen design thinking, capacity building and rural livelihoods.
MSME Seva Parv – 2025 (Virasat se Vikas)
- Integrates heritage, livelihoods and enterprise support.
- Mass beneficiary engagement reinforces last-mile delivery, social inclusion and scheme awareness.
Special Campaign 5.0
- Demonstrates good governance and sustainability through:
- E-waste disposal, office cleanliness, pendency reduction
- Revenue generation from scrap and space optimisation
- Encourages Jan Bhagidari and environment-friendly administrative practices.
UPSC PYQ
Q. Consider the following statements with reference to India: (2023)
- According to the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006, medium enterprises are those having investment in plant and machinery between ₹15 crore and ₹25 crore.
- All bank loans extended to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises qualify under the priority sector.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: B
CARE MCQ
Q. Consider the following components under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme:
- Recognition through PM Vishwakarma Certificate and ID Card
- Skill upgradation of artisans and craftspeople
- Toolkit incentive support
- Credit support and access to institutional finance
- Incentive for digital transactions
- Marketing support for products
Which of the components given above are included as benefits under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme?
- 1, 2 and 3 only
- 1, 3, 4 and 6 only
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and
- 2, 4 and 5 only
Answer: C
Explanation
- Statement 1: Correct – The scheme provides formal recognition through a PM Vishwakarma Certificate and ID Card to artisans.
- Statement 2: Correct – Skill upgradation and training form a core pillar of the scheme.
- Statement 3: Correct – Toolkit incentives are provided to enhance productivity.
- Statement 4: Correct – Credit support is extended to enable access to affordable finance.
- Statement 5: Correct – Incentives are given to promote digital transactions among beneficiaries.
- Statement 6: Correct – Marketing support is provided to improve market access and income generation.
