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Gujarat to focus on improving MSME connect with global market

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Gandhinagar, Dec 27 (IANS) The Gujarat government will be holding a special convention on the micro, small and medium entrepreneurs (MSME) during the Vibrant summit 2019, with a focus on how to access the international market.

MSME’s are considered the backbone of the country’s economy and Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani-led BJP government claims to be committed to its development. During the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit (VGGIS) 2019, there will be a special two-day convention on MSME which will be inaugurated by the Chief Minister on January 19.

Informing the media, D Thara, vice-chairman and managing director of Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) said, “There are lots of issues with the development of MSMEs, but the main is how to access the market. There are lots of big companies coming to Gujarat and we want the MSMEs to gain out of it. The two-day convention will provide a platform to them.”

“We will be having a Vendor Development Programme during the convention which will provide the visiting international chamber of commerce a glimpse of the manufacturing capabilities of our MSMEs. The programme is basically organized by the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industries (GCCI) where Gujarat government will act as as facilitator,” said Thara.

There will be two sessions, an inaugural and technical one. The inaugural session will have a conclave of international, national and state chambers of commerce. The conclave will create opportunities for increased international business, technology transfer and long term business tie-ups with special focus on MSMEs.

The technical session of the convention will have eminent speakers from IIM-A, IIT Gn, MICA, NID, NABARD, SIDBI speaking on themes like Design technology and management, Credit and Finance, Marketing and Positioning in Global Value Chains Innovations.

“We are looking at developing supply chains to bigger companies. When such big companies are here, the smaller units should gain from them. The MSMEs should develop joint ventures with them and develop their capabilities.”

“Maruti is coming here with 45 vendors. Similarly Opal is having five thousand vendors, another five thousand vendors are expected. Gujarat should grab this opportunity.”

Till now, 53 international, around thirty national as well as different state chambers have confirmed their participation. The Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce, Dubai Camber of Commerce and Industry, Taiwan Computer Association, Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), US-India Business Council, BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) will be participating.

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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