In its endeavour to promote various products including engineering and textile in the international market, the Bengal government is in the process of drafting a comprehensive export strategy for the micro and small scale enterprises (MSEs) in the textile sector. The main purpose is to create demand for Bengal’s myriad products in markets abroad. This will not only restore the past glory of Bengal’s textile and other industries, but also help in reviving the economy of medium and small sectors in the state, the ruling part has said.

In this regard, a MoU has already been signed between the state government and the Export Import Bank of India (Exim Bank). The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) department has been working towards building infrastructure so that the products could be exported to various countries, boosting sustainable growth in various sectors.

Earlier, the Bengal MSME department had taken up a series of new projects to contribute to the development of the socio-economic condition of artisans across the state by giving them a platform to showcase their handicrafts. It had also set up Rural Craft hub Project at 11 different locations for this purpose. The hubs, which are also recognised by UNESCO, have turned into tourist hotspots.