{"id":23825,"date":"2025-08-23T07:54:23","date_gmt":"2025-08-23T02:24:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/?p=23825"},"modified":"2026-05-26T13:41:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T08:11:28","slug":"atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/","title":{"rendered":"Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan: Transforming India\u2019s Economic Landscape Through Self-Reliance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>&nbsp;is ushering in a moment of metamorphosis, with the initiation and implementation of a concerted consciousness toward redefining the country&#8217;s economic foundations through the&nbsp;<strong>&#8220;Vocal for Local&#8221; campaign<\/strong>&nbsp;values. This mandate, initiated by PM Modi in 2020, has now become the pivot of the Indian economic vision, strengthening the understanding of self-reliance through value addition, local supply chain support, and the recognition of the priority of supporting MSMEs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Government_Policies_Driving_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\" >Government Policies Driving Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Boosting_MSMEs_Through_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\" >Boosting MSMEs Through Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Transforming_Supply_Chains_with_the_Vocal_for_Local_Campaign\" >Transforming Supply Chains with the Vocal for Local Campaign<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Import_Substitution_A_Core_Objective_of_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\" >Import Substitution: A Core Objective of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Digital_India_and_the_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan_Synergy\" >Digital India and the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Synergy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Related_article_Bharat_Abhiyan_Self-Reliant_India_Mission\" >Related article: Bharat Abhiyan (Self-Reliant India Mission).<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Sector-Wise_Impact_of_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\" >Sector-Wise Impact of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Find_all_of_our_books_here\" >Find all of our\u00a0books here.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Challenges_and_the_Way_Forward\" >Challenges and the Way Forward<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Find_the_Best_Idea_for_Yourself_With_our_Startup_Selector_Tool\" >Find the Best Idea for Yourself With our Startup Selector Tool<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Conclusion_A_New_Era_of_Self-Reliance\" >Conclusion: A New Era of Self-Reliance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#For_more_information_check_out_this_Related_video\" >For more information, check out this\u00a0Related video.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Q1_What_is_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan_and_when_was_it_launched\" >Q1: What is Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, and when was it launched?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Q2_How_does_the_Vocal_for_Local_campaign_fit_into_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\" >Q2: How does the Vocal for Local campaign fit into Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Q3_What_policy_measures_drive_the_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\" >Q3: What policy measures drive the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Q4_How_does_this_Bharat_Abhiyan_support_MSMEs\" >Q4: How does this Bharat Abhiyan support MSMEs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\/#Q5_How_is_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan_transforming_Indian_supply_chains\" >Q5: How is Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan transforming Indian supply chains?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"the-essence-of-atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Essence_of_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\"><\/span>The Essence of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>, in essence, is not merely a policy but a dream of economic self-reliance for India. This paradigm aims to march alongside Indian manufacturers and innovators toward transforming the country into a manufacturing powerhouse. The core belief is that India should produce for home consumption, consume responsibly, and export globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By instilling significant roles in the mission through the&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>, it is steering social consciousness toward choosing locally-made goods over international alternatives, thereby helping domestic entrepreneurs, startups, and the manufacturing sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"government-policies-driving-atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Policies_Driving_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\"><\/span>Government Policies Driving Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The true spirit behind the initiation of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/profile-project-reports\/profile\/4622\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan-self-reliant-india-mission.html\">Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan\u00a0is policy reform<\/a>. The Government has waged nothing short of a revolution in the form of various steps towards reform, such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, ease-of-doing-business initiatives, labor code reforms, and the digitalization of the manufacturing sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These steps give weight to the&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>, which is both a policy notion and a social movement. The features have been integrated into several schemes by ministries across the board, incorporating measures that emphasize domestic goods in procurement and public sector tenders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the benefits under the aegis of\u00a0<strong>Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>\u00a0has been the incentives granted to the electronics, textile, defense, and pharma sectors, resulting in explosive growth in India&#8217;s manufacturing industries while encouraging both domestic and foreign investment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"305\" height=\"165\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bharat-1.png\" alt=\"Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan\" class=\"wp-image-24133\" style=\"width:800px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bharat-1.png 305w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bharat-1-300x162.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"boosting-msmes-through-atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosting_MSMEs_Through_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\"><\/span>Boosting MSMEs Through Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to note that over 63 million MSMEs in India have a significant stake in the nation\u2019s self-reliance initiatives, which support them through loans, substantial funds, simplified registration processes, and more market intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>&nbsp;takes its final breath by checking local production and carrying it up by targeting consumers and all industries to support the marketing and catering of local goods. The combination of governmental financial backup and public sentiment has provided highly formidable support for small and medium enterprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To highlight, it is worth noting that there are over 63 million MSMEs in India; their entire existence has a serious stake in the&nbsp;<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>. They range from rural artisans to high-tech startups and service providers, producing goods that serve domestic needs and, in some cases, may well look beyond the borders with glee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"transforming-supply-chains-with-the-vocal-for-local-campaign\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transforming_Supply_Chains_with_the_Vocal_for_Local_Campaign\"><\/span>Transforming Supply Chains with the Vocal for Local Campaign<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pandemic brought down the harsh truth about India&#8217;s heavy reliance upon foreign supply chain networks.&nbsp;<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>&nbsp;works to transform this by bringing to light the indigenous production of semiconductors, APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients), and electronics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Vocalism&#8221; is a factor of psychology. It alters consumer behavior to essentially benefit the nation. It builds up to the promotion of Indian-made goods, creating a demand for locally sourced raw materials, labor, and technologies\u2014thus decorating the initial structure of internal supply chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This very move has brought the ecosystem up to a level where our local producers are becoming global exporters. India is moving along with an evolving terrain for supply chains, with its abundant but now regional spotlight shining brightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"import-substitution-a-core-objective-of-atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Import_Substitution_A_Core_Objective_of_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\"><\/span>Import Substitution: A Core Objective of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lessening India&#8217;s import dependency, especially from China, has emerged as a basic objective of the&nbsp;<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>. Import substitution is no longer just a matter of economics; it is now a top national priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>\u00a0encourages Indian citizens not just to shift to Indian products but to advocate for them, thus turning customers into brand ambassadors. This newfound consumer sentiment has helped endow industries such as toys, electronics, furniture, and defense sectors with a high volume of imports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rising import duties, active barriers, and quality control orders complement these efforts.. Also,\u00a0<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>\u00a0promotes companies that now need to scale up their manufacturing capabilities to match global standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/business-finder\">Explore and compare thousands of business ideas in one place.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"digital-india-and-the-atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan-synergy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_India_and_the_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan_Synergy\"><\/span>Digital India and the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Synergy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Digital India&#8221; is the key catalyst driving the\u00a0<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>. The GeM (Government e-Marketplace) interface presently allows small manufacturers to directly reach the doorsteps of government departments. Numerous startups, using AI, blockchain, and IoT, create intelligent manufacturing solutions packed with associated values, aligning with the ethos of the Vocal for Local campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The move to digitalization affords improved marketing opportunities for Indian goods in international markets. E-commerce platforms have been catering much to local brands since they are falling under the label with the cherished campaign tag &#8220;Vocal for Local,&#8221; thereby enhancing their presence across the market and hiking up sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposed elasticity in government initiatives such as Startup India, Digital India, and Make in India discusses a lot about all these programs being inclusive in nourishing an innovative ecosystem, which in parallel also lessens foreign technical dependence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"related-article-bharat-abhiyan-selfreliant-india-mission\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_article_Bharat_Abhiyan_Self-Reliant_India_Mission\"><\/span>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan-self-reliant-india-mission\/\">Bharat Abhiyan (Self-Reliant India Mission).<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"sectorwise-impact-of-atmanirbhar-bharat-abhiyan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sector-Wise_Impact_of_Atmanirbhar_Bharat_Abhiyan\"><\/span>Sector-Wise Impact of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Electronics Manufacturing:<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>\u00a0has made India the second most prominent hub for mobile manufacturing. It also contributes to the expansion of local production by companies like Apple and Samsung, bringing down import volumes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare:<\/strong>&nbsp;The focus lies on the domestic manufacture of APIs in the&nbsp;<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>&nbsp;so that reliance on China is brought down. Ayush-based products have multiplied under the&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>, revamping India&#8217;s historical medicine tradition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Textiles and Handlooms:<\/strong>&nbsp;In the&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local<\/strong>&nbsp;initiative, khadi and handloom products have been rejuvenated. Traditional industries have had provisions for subsidizing and providing market linkages under schemes created under the&nbsp;<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Defense Manufacturing:<\/strong>\u00a0India is focusing on indigenous defense production under the<strong> Abhiyan<\/strong>\u00a0through the imposition of import bans on more than 200 items. This will boost self-manufacturing as well as national security.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id=\"find-all-of-our%25c2%25a0books-here\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_all_of_our_books_here\"><\/span>Find all of our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/category\">books here<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"challenges-and-the-way-forward\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_and_the_Way_Forward\"><\/span>Challenges and the Way Forward<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>&nbsp;has great promise, but challenges do exist. There has always been a need to address high input costs, outdated infrastructure, unskilled labor, and red tape. However, public support has been garnered behind the&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>, and as policy reforms are consistent, these hurdles will gradually be overcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A $5 trillion economy will depend heavily on how well\u00a0the<strong> Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>\u00a0performs. If India continues to innovate, invest, and internally believe in its domestic capability, the dream of becoming a global manufacturing leader is not far away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id=\"find-the-best-idea-for-yourself-with-our-startup-selector-tool\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_the_Best_Idea_for_Yourself_With_our_Startup_Selector_Tool\"><\/span>Find the Best Idea for Yourself With our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/startup-selector\">Startup Selector Tool<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion-a-new-era-of-selfreliance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_A_New_Era_of_Self-Reliance\"><\/span>Conclusion: A New Era of Self-Reliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan<\/strong>&nbsp;is more than just an economic reform; it is a cultural revolution encouraging Indians to recognize their strength. It is setting up a course for a self-sufficient India, as the&nbsp;<strong>Vocal for Local campaign<\/strong>&nbsp;becomes a people&#8217;s movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From MSMEs to large corporations, from local artisans to tech entrepreneurs, the contributions of all\u2014small or big, few or many\u2014are made into this journey. 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