The latest edition of the FE Emerging Business Growth Workshops in Ludhiana will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping Punjab’s vibrant MSME sector.
As a major hub of MSMEs, Ludhiana, which shares the title ‘Manchester of India’ with Ahmedabad, stands as the industrial backbone of North India, driving India’s production of 90% of bicycles, leading in textile, hosiery, and auto component exports, and powering a wide range of manufacturing sectors.
Despite this robust ecosystem, local businesses face hurdles such as limited credit access, skill gaps, digital transformation lags, and global market volatility.
The workshop will spotlight these real-world challenges, share actionable strategies, and offer a collaborative platform to empower MSMEs towards sustainable expansion.
As Ludhiana transitions from a traditional manufacturing hub to a digitally enabled economy, supporting its MSMEs is crucial to shaping India’s broader growth narrative.
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
Credit Challenges in Ludhiana’s Informal Economy
Closing the Technology Gap
Plugging Into Global Supply Chains
Addressing Policy Concerns
Promoting Made in Ludhiana
Tackling Skilled Labour Shortage
Strengthening Industrial Clusters and Infra
Boosting Digital Commerce and Market Access
WHY TO ATTEND
Get insights into ground-level issues of Ludhiana’s MSMEs and discover actionable strategies to overcome them
The workshop is designed specifically around local industries, making the discussions highly relevant to your business
Engage with decision-makers, experts, and successful entrepreneurs who can help you navigate business challenges
Understand how to scale your business through opportunities often underutilized by traditional MSMEs
Meet fellow business owners, potential partners, vendors, and service providers to grow your local business network
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The FE Aspire Emerging Business Growth Workshops will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders focused on addressing the challenges faced by Ludhiana’s MSMEs through shared insights and joint efforts
