New Delhi, July 24 -- The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector in the Northeast is fast emerging as a crucial pillar of regional economic development, with new incubation centres, policy reforms, and financial support schemes creating fresh momentum. Yet, credit access, infrastructure challenges, and limited market linkages continue to hamper the full potential of small enterprises across the eight states.

In a recent media report published by the Voice of NE, the sector's evolving landscape was explored in detail, highlighting a surge in entrepreneurship driven by young innovators, women-led businesses, and grassroots manufacturers. The report underscored how states like Manipur and Assam are leading the charge-with Manipur r...