Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Assembly of Small and Medium Enterprises (OASME) marked a major milestone by celebrating its 40th Foundatior Day and Annual State Level Convention 2025, here on Tuesday. The landmark event saw a participation of over 500 MSME entrepreneurs from across the State, highlighting the strength and vibrancy of Odisha’s business community.
The convention was inaugurated by Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of State, Industries, Skill Development & Technical Education, Gokula Nanda Mallik, Minister of State, Fisheries & Animal Resources Development, MSME, Hemant Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary, Industries & MSME Department, D. Prasanth Kumar Reddy, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, MSME Department, & MD IDCO and P. K. Gupta, Joint Director & HOO MSME-DFO, Ministry of MSME.
In his welcome address, Gauri Sankar Dash, Chairman, OASME, extended heartfelt gratitude to members, partners, and government bodies for their continuous support. The Annual Report presentation was delivered by Satwik Swain, Secretary General (Hony), OASME, highlighting key achievements, initiatives, and future plans.The dignitaries addressed the gathering, sharing their perspectives on the role of MSMEs in driving regional and nationa growth.
Addressing the gathering minister Malik said, ” I appeal to OASME to set up training camps in all 314 blocks of Odisha, and urge corporates to come forward, support MSMEs. “
The event also featured the presentation of the OASME Award 2025, honouring successful entrepreneurs and government officers for their significant contributions to the MSME sector.
The seminar on “Importance of CFC for Value Addition in Food Processing MSME Cluster”, was graced by Ms. Aboli Sunil Naravane, Director of Industries, Government of India. Discussions focused on modern food processing technologies, food safety, packaging innovation, market linkages, and government schemes to support MSMEs in food processing. The second seminar, “MSMEs for Nation’s Defence: Readiness, Opportunities 8 Integration”, was jointly organised by MSME-DFO and OASME. The chief guest, Ms. Maya Sherman, Senior Innovation Officer, Embassy of Israel (New Delhi), joined industry leaders in exploring the growing role of MSMEs in India’s defence sector.
The Foundation Day concluded with the Annual General Body Meeting followed by a vibrant cultural programme.
