‘Punjab to lead India's industrial transformation'
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Ludhiana: The Bharat Manufacturing and Export Summit 2025 concluded successfully Saturday, cementing the city's role as a cornerstone of India's industrial landscape.
Punjab finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema was the chief guest of the event, organised by MSME Sampark.
The summit called upon govt officials, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to drive discussions on enhancing India's manufacturing and export capabilities, with a focus on the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) ecosystem.
Cheema underscored Punjab's commitment to fostering a robust industrial environment through initiatives like the fast-track single window system and the Invest Punjab Portal, designed to streamline processes and boost MSME growth. He emphasised the state's proactive measures to enhance ease of doing business, including financial incentives, infrastructure upgrades, and policies to support sustainable industrial practices.
"Punjab is poised to lead India's industrial transformation by empowering MSMEs with innovative policies and seamless access to resources," Cheema said, reinforcing the state's dedication to economic progress. TNN
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