On World MSME Day, SMEStreet Future Ready Forum -Noida Chapter Highlighted Alternate Finance & Roadmap for Global Growth

The forum centered on the theme: “Unlocking MSME Finance Opportunities” and marked the launch of the SMEStreet Select Circle – Noida Chapter, a collaborative platform to elevate regional entrepreneurial voices through policy alignment, digital transformation, and global outreach.

Insights from Key Speakers

Mr. Deepak Maheshwari, Founder, DealPlexus.com, offered a detailed view of the evolving landscape of MSME finance:

“Apart from traditional loans, MSMEs must explore alternate financing models such as , revenue-based financing, and invoice discounting. With initiatives like the Nandan Fund ( category 2  Sebi approved fund )recently introduced in the market by us  to support  growth capital needs of MSME enterprises the window of opportunity  for enterpreneurs is wider than ever”.

“This initiative is not just about dialogue—it’s about amplification. Through SMEStreet Future Ready Forums, we aim to bring sharper, louder, and more solution-focused MSME voices to the policy and financial ecosystem. The launch of the Noida Chapter of SMEStreet Select Circle marks a significant step in that mission.”

Dr. Sampa Bannerjee, Executive Director WASME, congratulated the MSMEs in attendance and appreciated SMEStreet’s action-oriented approach:

“I sincerely thank SMEStreet for curating such a focused dialogue. It’s heartening to see MSMEs actively seeking solutions, sharing insights, and engaging with policymakers and financiers in such a meaningful way. These forums deliver more than just conversations—they create outcomes.”

H.E. Dr. Abdulhasan Aldairi, Chairman of UNISMO and Bahrain Society for SMEs, spoke on international collaboration opportunities for Indian MSMEs:

“Indian MSMEs hold remarkable potential to expand into the Middle East region, particularly in sectors like clean tech, manufacturing, agritech, and IT services. With platforms like SMEStreet bridging ecosystem gaps, such global expansion can become a reality for even the smallest enterprises.”

Dr. Subir Paul, highlighted key government schemes and appreciated the forum’s execution:

“I thank the organizers of this timely and well-structured event. Programs like CGTMSE, Credit Linked Capital Subsidy, and MUDRA are underutilized, especially in Tier 2 cities. Platforms like SMEStreet are vital in decoding these schemes for MSMEs and connecting them with the right financial resources.

Forum Highlights

• Keynote Focus: Alternate financing, credit access, and Nandan Fund utilization.
  

• Roundtable Dialogue: Challenges and enablers in MSME credit journey.
  

• Launch of Noida Chapter: SMEStreet Select Circle to become a localized voice amplifier.
  

• Networking Over High Tea: Delegates, experts, and partners engaged in one-on-one knowledge sharing

“MSMEs are not just the backbone of our economy—they are the pulse of innovation, resilience, and employment. On this global day of recognition, SMEStreet pledges to strengthen its role as a voice and catalyst for making every MSME future-ready,” said Mr. Faiz Askari.

About the SMEStreet Future Ready Forum

The SMEStreet Future Ready Forum is a city-wise engagement series designed to connect MSMEs with the policy, financial, and digital ecosystems shaping their future. With Noida as its June 2025 chapter, the series continues in cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Indore, and Mumbai in the coming months.