Mangaluru, December 27, 2025: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Mangaluru, organized a half-day MSME Conclave today in Mangaluru, bringing together industry leaders and entrepreneurs to discuss growth, innovation, and financial resilience in the MSME sector.
Mr. Deepak Shetty, Chairman, CII Manufacturing Excellence Council & Co-Chairman, EXCON 2025, CEO & Managing Director, JCB India Ltd (South Asia, Africa – East) and Member, JCB Group Executive, delivered the inaugural address. He shared valuable insights from JCB’s remarkable journey from a start-up to a global manufacturing leader, inspiring MSMEs to focus on innovation, quality, and long-term vision.
Mr. Rabindra Srikantan, Chairman, CII Karnataka, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the evolving opportunities and challenges faced by MSMEs in the current economic landscape. Mr. Srinivas Dandapur, Deputy General Manager, Karnataka Bank, spoke on MSME banking, credit access, and financial planning strategies essential for sustainable growth.
Ms. Gopika Sunil from M1xchange highlighted the role of the Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) and alternative credit solutions in improving liquidity for MSMEs. Mr. Madhu G from Qscript Software addressed the importance of adopting artificial intelligence and automation to enhance efficiency and competitiveness in small and medium enterprises.
The conclave witnessed active participation from around 60 MSME entrepreneurs and industry representatives. The interactive sessions provided practical insights, networking opportunities, and actionable takeaways, reinforcing CII’s commitment to supporting and strengthening the MSME ecosystem in the region.
