Outreach Programme for MSMEs – “Opportunities, Challenges and Way Forward” was organized by the Jalpaiguri Dabgram Industries Owners’ Welfare Association (JDIOWA) in collaboration with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) on 17 August 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Seminar Hall, JDIOWA.
The programme was conducted to create awareness among JDIOWA members regarding the various financial products, schemes and support facilities offered by SIDBI for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The session provided an opportunity for local entrepreneurs and industrialists to understand available financing options and discuss their specific financial requirements and expectations with SIDBI officials.
The programme was attended by senior officials from SIDBI:
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Sri. Asish Topdar, General Manager – Kolkata Regional Office
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Sri. Shivam Kumar, Manager & Branch Incharge – Siliguri EBO
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Sri. Aswini Behera, SDE – Kolkata Regional Office
Key Highlights of the Programme
The session covered the following major areas:
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Awareness of SIDBI Financial Products & Schemes
Participants were briefed about various financial products, funding options and schemes available through SIDBI to support MSMEs in business expansion, working capital requirements, modernization and growth. -
Discussion on MSME Financing Requirements
JDIOWA members interacted directly with the SIDBI officials and discussed their financing needs, expectations, challenges and requirements related to business funding. -
DIA Portal Walkthrough
A detailed walkthrough of the DIA Portal was conducted, explaining its offerings and how MSMEs can utilize the platform to access relevant financial and business-support opportunities. -
Addressing MSME Concerns
The programme provided an open platform for members to raise their concerns, difficulties and practical challenges related to MSME financing and seek guidance from SIDBI representatives.
Outcome
The outreach programme served as a valuable platform for JDIOWA members to directly engage with SIDBI officials, understand available financial support mechanisms and gain clarity on MSME financing opportunities. The interactive discussions also helped identify the challenges faced by local industries and encouraged greater awareness and utilization of institutional financial support for sustainable business growth.
Overall, the programme was a productive initiative towards strengthening the relationship between JDIOWA members and SIDBI and facilitating better access to finance and support services for MSMEs in the region.
