The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) on June 2, 2022 has issued New Guidelines for Central Sector Scheme “Promotion of MSMEs in North Eastern Region and Sikkim”.
The following has been stated namely: -
• The scheme will be implemented during 15th Finance Commission Cycle (2021-22 to 2025-26)
• Components of the Scheme: -
1. Setting up of new and modernization of existing Mini Technology Centres: -
Projects for creation of common facilities to supplement manufacturing, testing, packaging, R&D, product and process innovations and training for natural resources such as fruits, spices, agriculture, forestry, sericulture and bamboo etc. available in NER and Sikkim would be given priority.
2. Development of new and existing Industrial Estates: -
Central Government financial assistance will be provided for development of new and existing Industrial Estates, Flatted Factory Complexes.
3. Development of Tourism Sector: -
The projects for creation of common services such as kitchen, bakery, laundry & dry cleaning, refrigeration and cold storage, IT infra, potable water, display centre for local products, centre for cultural activities etc. in a cluster of home stays may be considered under the scheme.
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