New Delhi, March 24 -- The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is strengthening micro and small enterprises (MSEs) across India through cluster-based development programmes, Minister of State (MoS) for MSME Shobha Karandlaje said in written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha.

Cluster Development Programmes

The minister noted that the Micro and Small Enterprises Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP) aims to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of MSEs.

The scheme provides financial support for establishing Common Facility Centres (CFCs) and upgrading infrastructure in industrial areas, flatted factory complexes, and both new and existing clusters. Proposals are demand-driven and submitted by state gove...