Grand Response to ICAI Akola’s MSME Fest; Focus on Government Support and Economic Growth

Akola| Awes Siddiqui |
The MSME Festival organized by ICAI Akola Branch at the CA Bhavan, Toshniwal Layout, received an enthusiastic response from local citizens. The event was inaugurated virtually by MP Anup Dhotre, who joined via Zoom despite attending a critical land acquisition meeting for the Akola Airport in Delhi. He assured full government support for Akola’s MSME sector from financial aid to industrial land allocation and emphasized effective implementation of government schemes by banks. District Collector Ajit Kumbhar highlighted Akola's geographical advantage and its role in the "One District One Product" initiative, noting its potential contribution to India’s GDP. Industrialist Ajayprakash Ruhatiya shared his entrepreneurial journey, encouraging transformation of challenges into opportunities. ICAI Akola Chairman CA Dheeraj Chandak delivered the welcome speech, with CA Radhika Khatod as host. Vice Chairman CA Romil Sojatia, Secretary CA Shyam Maheshwari, Treasurer CA Vishalkumar Rajpal, and VIKASA Chairman CA Prateek Mantri played key roles. The fest concludes on Friday, June 27 at 6 PM.