**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) reported on the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 which aimed to boost trade and investment in the North Eastern Region. It also covers the Mutual Credit Guarantees Schemes for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME), Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) approved on 12.11.2025, Department of Posts' (DoP) efforts, and the role of North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd (NEDFi). The information was provided by Dr. Sukanta Majumdar.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025:**
* Organized by MDoNER to promote trade and investment.
* Focused sectors include Tourism, Agro-Food Processing, Textiles, Healthcare, Education, IT, Entertainment, Infrastructure, and Energy.
* Generated investment interests of ₹4.48 lakh crore through MoUs and qualified leads.
* **MSME and Exporter Support Schemes:**
* Mutual Credit Guarantees Schemes for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME) aims to help MSMEs access loans.
* Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) approved on 12.11.2025 provides up to 20% additional credit support on existing working capital.
* **Department of Posts Initiatives:**
* Ensures financial inclusion and digital payments through POSB and IPPB.
* Working towards digitalization and offering services to the last-mile customer.
* **NEDFi's Role:**
* Strengthens the MSME sector by providing financial support.
* Undertakes entrepreneurship development initiatives.
* Provides guidance through Business Facilitation Centres.
* Supports artisans through skill development and marketing.
* Contributes to startup ecosystem development through North East Venture Fund (NEVF).
**Impact Analysis**
**MSMEs in the North Eastern Region**
* **Impact:** Easier access to loans through credit guarantees, potentially leading to business growth.
* **Action Required:** Explore available loan schemes and credit guarantees.
**Exporters in the North Eastern Region**
* **Impact:** Increased credit support up to 20% of existing working capital limits.
* **Action Required:** Determine eligibility and apply for the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE).
**Citizens in the North Eastern Region**
* **Impact:** Enhanced financial inclusion and access to digital payment options through Department of Posts.
* **Action Required:** Utilize services of Post Office Saving Banks (POSB) and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB).
**Entrepreneurs/Startups in the North Eastern Region**
* **Impact:** Increased support through NEDFi's programs including financial support, guidance, skill development, and access to the North East Venture Fund (NEVF).
* **Action Required:** Engage with NEDFi for assistance and explore opportunities for funding and support.
Key Entities Referenced
Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025: Summit organized to catalyze trade and investment in the North Eastern Region.
Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER): Primary organizer of the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025, plays a key role in the development of the North Eastern Region.
North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd (NEDFi): Plays a pivotal role in strengthening the MSME sector in the North Eastern Region (NER) by providing financial support.
Mutual Credit Guarantees Schemes for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME): Government-backed initiative designed to help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) access loans.
North Eastern Region (NER): Geographic location centrally relevant to the policy's scope and impact.
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
Investment events showcasing economic
potential of NER
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Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) organized Rising Northeast Investors
Summit 2025 to catalyze trade and investment in the North Eastern Region. The focus sectors of the
summit identified for attracting investment in the North Eastern Region were Tourism and Hospitality;
Agro-Food Processing & allied sectors; Textiles, Handloom and Handicrafts; Healthcare; Education and
Skill Development; IT/ITeS; Entertainment & Sports; Infrastructure and Logistics; and Energy.
Collectively, the Summit and its pre-event roadshows garnered investment interests of ₹ 4.48 lakh crore
through Memoranda of Understanding (MoU), letters of intent, and qualified leads from private investors,
public sector undertakings, and major industrial conglomerates.
The government has announced Mutual Credit Guarantees Schemes for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME), a
government backed initiative designed to help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) access
loans to grow their businesses. This scheme offers a credit guarantees, making it easier for MSMEs to
obtain loans, especially for purchasing essential equipment and machinery. Credit Guarantee Scheme for
Exporters (CGSE) was approved on 12.11.2025 to provide additional credit support up to 20% of existing
working capital limits to eligible borrowers, particularly MSMEs.
Department of Posts (DoP) ensures financial inclusion and digital payments through it’s Post Office
Saving Banks (POSB) services and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB). DoP is working towards
digitalization & financial inclusion by offering a wide range of products & services to the last-mile
customer with affordability & accessibility through the network of Post Offices in the North Eastern
Region.
North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd (NEDFi) plays a pivotal role in strengthening the
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector in the North Eastern Region (NER) by providing
financial support for industrial, infrastructure and agri-allied projects. NEDFi undertakes wide range of
entrepreneurship development and ecosystem-strengthening initiatives. It organises business meets across
all North Eastern States to raise awareness about entrepreneurial opportunities, government schemes and
institutional support. Through its Business Facilitation Centres, NEDFi provides first-generation
entrepreneurs with guidance in project preparation, financial planning, credit linkages and market access.
Under its Sustainable Livelihood Programmes, artisans engaged in traditional crafts such as bamboo,
banana fibre and handloom have received skill development and marketing support through exhibitions
and dedicated showrooms. NEDFi is contributing for development of startup ecosystem of North East
Region through North East Venture Fund (NEVF). In addition, NEDFi has been supporting the startups
from the region by handholding and mentoring support.
This information was given by the Minister of State of Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
Dr. Sukanta Majumdar in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha today.
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