Over 60 MSMEs participate in awareness workshop under RAMP Programme
Chandigarh: The Haryana State Chapter of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in association with the Directorate of MSME, Government of Haryana, organised an Awareness Workshop–MSME Conclave under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme in Panchkula. The workshop aimed to strengthen Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by providing practical insights into digital security, export promotion, human resource management and access to finance.
The programme witnessed participation from more than 60 MSMEs, highlighting the growing interest among businesses in improving competitiveness, adopting modern business practices and exploring new growth opportunities.
*Jigyasa Narula, Regional Director, PHDCCI,* emphasised the importance of awareness, capacity building and industry engagement in strengthening the MSME ecosystem. She said such initiatives help enterprises gain access to the knowledge, resources and institutional support needed for sustainable growth.
The workshop featured four expert-led sessions covering key aspects of business development.
*In the first session on Digital Literacy and Cyber Security, Tarun Malhotra, Cyber Security Compliance and Audit Consultant and Founder and CEO of Cyber Splunk Cyber Security, highlighted the increasing importance of digital safety in business operations. He discussed common cyber threats, data protection practices, cybersecurity compliance, regular audits and employee awareness. He stressed that secure digital operations are essential for protecting business information and ensuring operational continuity.
The second session focused on Export Promotion Schemes. Sanat Kumar, Chief Economist at PHDCCI and Nodal Officer for the District Export Mission, Government of India, provided an overview of export promotion schemes and opportunities available to MSMEs. He explained export procedures, government support mechanisms and market development strategies, encouraging businesses to explore international markets and enhance their product competitiveness.
During the session on Human Resource Management, Surinder Kohli, Head of Human Resources and Business Head at CANAM PREP, highlighted the role of effective workforce management in improving organisational performance. He discussed talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, leadership development and skill enhancement, emphasising the need for a positive workplace culture and effective HR practices.
The fourth session, on Access to Finance through NSE and BSE, was conducted by Sandeep Sahni, Managing Director of Sahayak Consultant. He discussed funding opportunities available to MSMEs, including potential fundraising avenues through capital markets. He also highlighted the importance of financial preparedness, regulatory compliance, sound corporate governance and transparent financial reporting for enterprises seeking market-based financing.
The workshop provided a platform for knowledge sharing, interaction with subject experts and discussions on practical challenges faced by MSMEs. The sessions encouraged participating enterprises to strengthen their cybersecurity practices, explore export opportunities, improve workforce management and assess suitable financing options for business expansion.
Through the initiative, the Haryana State Chapter of PHDCCI reaffirmed its commitment to promoting MSME development by facilitating awareness, strengthening institutional linkages and supporting sustainable enterprise growth under the RAMP Programme.