The inaugural ceremony of Management Development Programme (MDP) under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme was held today by Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) at its RSETI Centre, Bandipora.
The event marked a significant step towards strengthening the capabilities of local entrepreneurs and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through structured training and capacity-building interventions.
On the occasion, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, interacted with the participants, shared his valuable thoughts on the importance of entrepreneurship, and highlighted its role in driving self-reliance and local economic development.
He encouraged the participants to take full advantage of such training programmes and accelerate their entrepreneurial activities with confidence and innovation. The MDP is a key component of the RAMP scheme, focused on enhancing managerial competencies, improving decision-making skills, and promoting business sustainability among existing and aspiring entrepreneurs.
District Nodal Officer JKEDI, provided a detailed overview of the RAMP scheme, which is a World Bank-supported programme launched by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India. The scheme is designed to improve the performance of MSMEs across the country by enhancing market access, streamlining policy implementation, and providing focused support in areas like digital enablement, skill development, and financial access.
The Managerial Development Programme (MDP) under RAMP plays a vital role in building the managerial and entrepreneurial skills of grassroots-level business owners. The initiative reflects JKEDI’s continued commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and driving economic development in the district by empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary to start, manage, and grow their enterprises effectively. Among others the event was attended by Director RSETI; Chief Planning Officer Bandipora; officials from JKEDI and aspiring entrepreneurs.