UCCI seeks formation of Task Force to address MSME problems

, Aug 27: Stressing on the potential of MSMEs in job creation and skill development in

, Utkal Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI) today sought formation of a Task Force for redressal of problems faced by the sector and chalk out a plan for start-up units.

Pointing out that the MSME sector was "languishing" both in the field of start ups and existing units in Odisha, UCCI President Ramesh Mahapatra said in a letter to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, "To overcome such difficulties in MSME sector, we would request you to kindly form a Task Force under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary to draw out a proper plan both for start-up Units and also redressal of difficulties of the existing units."

Stating that the industries department of the state and MSME were planning to bring out a new IPR.

PTI