How MSME Leaders Are Driving India’s Manufacturing Renaissance

India is in the middle of a manufacturing revival. For a long time, large corporations were seen as the sole engines of growth. But today, MSMEs - our Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises - are quietly rewriting that story. With their agility, innovative thinking and ability to localise, they are not just supporting the “Make in India” vision, they are bringing it alive in a very real way.

Take the example of Prointek Global Innovations (PGIPL), the manufacturing division of Supertron Electronics. From its factory in Kasna, Greater Noida, the company is producing world-class Interactive Flat Panel Displays (IFPDs) and Unified Communication (UC) products that are reshaping classrooms, training rooms, meeting rooms, boardrooms and collaboration spaces across the country. What was once heavily dependent on imports is now being designed, assembled and rolled out right here in India.

Dr. Ramya Chatterjee chief of Solitaire and CEO & Director of Prointek Global Innovations quoted:

The PGIPL’s Kasna facility is a good reflection of how the new generation of MSMEs think and operate. It is built on advanced SKD assembly lines that can scale quickly and adapt to new designs. Every unit produced follows stringent quality benchmarks ensuring that what leaves the factory floor is on par with any internationally reputed brand. More importantly, the plant has been set up with the vision of serving both India and overseas markets. In other words, it’s not just about self-reliance, it’s about global competitiveness & execution excellence.

Leadership, of course, plays a big role in making this happen. At Prointek, the team has been quick to spot trends like the demand for AI-enabled IFPDs or the need for seamless OPS integration or adoption of zero bonding technology etc. and also align investments accordingly. But beyond infrastructure and technology, what stands out is the culture. The organisation is professionally managed, yet emotionally connected to the operational excellence. Teams here don’t just work for a product development; they feel part of a larger mission to create something impactful and long lasting. That balance between execution discipline and entrepreneurial passion is what sets successful MSMEs apart.

Zoom out, and the larger picture becomes clearer. As India moves towards the $5 trillion economy mark, it’s enterprises like these that will make the difference. MSMEs are not just filling supply chain gaps; they are becoming hubs of innovation, generating jobs in industrial clusters like Kasna, and ensuring that Indian manufacturing keeps pace with global shifts like Industry 4.0, digital classrooms and hybrid workplaces.

The story of Prointek is, in many ways, the story of India’s MSME sector. It’s about dreaming big, building with focus, and proving that impact isn’t defined by size. The manufacturing renaissance is already here and it’s being driven by leaders who dare to take bold steps and back them up with execution.

Raghunandan Saraf, Founder and CEO at Saraf Furniture stated: 

MSMEs are critical to India's surge in manufacturing output. Their speed, attention to detail, and craftsmanship work to their advantage in reacting to market changes. We can observe this in furniture manufacturing, where small firms integrate age-old traditional craftsmanship alongside contemporary technology to make products that are competitive in the domestic and international markets. More crucially, MSMEs are propagating growth beyond metro regions, creating jobs, sustaining local economies, fostering innovation in regions which were previously blank spots on the industrial grid. As India positions itself as a global manufacturing hub, it is these enterprises that, piece by piece, idea by idea, are quietly laying the groundwork. The renaissance we are talking about is not a restructuring of large industrial plants, rather the everyday narrative of workshops, studios, and smaller manufacturing plants that is transforming the country.

Mr. Sajja Praveen Chowdary, Director at Policybazaar For Business commented: 

For Business “India’s MSME are the core of the nation's manufacturing renaissance, navigating both innovations and extensive progress. Over the past few years , we have seen MSME leaders are embracing innovation , digital transformation not just to increase their growth and profitability but also their positioning to strive for global competitiveness. However, among the most significant promoters of this transition is rising awareness around financial strength and risk prevention. Insurance is no longer being seen as just an expense, it’s now recognized as a long-term investment that safeguards business continuity. 

 At Policybazaar for Business, we closely work with MSME’s across diverse sectors including - manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceutical and more. We provide customized solutions that protect their manpower functioning and operations. From insurance that promotes employee health & wellbeing, to cyber insurance that helps businesses to have a shield from unwanted interruptions, we ensure that MSME leaders stay focussed on their key goals while remaining flexible for uncertainties.

Today the entrepreneurial spirit of MSMEs-their skill to introduce a new model with limited resources ,embrace eco-friendly practices, and incorporate into global production networks, makes them remarkable. With the right support and policies, MSME will proceed to make its way to becoming a global manufacturing hub. At Policybazaar for Business we continue to tailor and encourage these businesses helping them build resilience, stability, and growth for the future.”