Ministry MSMEs organized awareness programme

The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) of the Government of India organised an awareness programme on Lean Manufacturing Competitiveness scheme at the Surat Diamond Association (SDA). Several diamond entrepreneurs participated in the seminar. Surat Diamond Association (SDA) president Rohit Mehta said the diamond industry in Surat is well equipped with the latest technology.With technology changing rapidly, people associated with the industry should also upgrade their knowledge through continuous training. The industry had faced a bleak period last year owing to the slump, and this year there is a great demand, but there is a shortage of skilled workers. The industry will regain its glitter in the days to come, he said.MSME Director, Ahmedabad, A Patwari shared information about various government schemes and policies and also the treaties taking place in the international arena.