India Launches MSME Digital Factory Upgrade Program

India plans a nationwide digital upgrade for micro, small and medium enterprises, aiming to help 72 million MSMEs meet stricter machine-level compliance and sustainability standards. The government will pilot sensors, analytics, automation and AI in 750 manufacturing units in Gujarat under the World Bank-backed RAMP scheme, with NPC implementing and startups paid ₹50,000 per unit through March 2027. The move targets export competitiveness and reduced shipment rejections.