Union Budget 2026 Reactions MSMEs & Investment: Reframing MSME growth & investor confidence

The Union Budget 2026 places MSMEs and long-term investment at the heart of India’s growth strategy, shifting the narrative from survival-driven credit to scale-oriented capital access. With a strong push towards equity support, faster payment cycles, digital credit infrastructure, and deeper market linkages through platforms like TReDS and GeM, the Budget signals a structural reset for small businesses and first-time founders. Special emphasis on Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, women entrepreneurs, and underserved communities further reinforces the government’s intent to democratize entrepreneurship and unlock sustainable, inclusive growth. Industry leaders share their views on how these measures could reshape India’s MSME and investment landscape in the years ahead.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Credit schemes for MSMEs
• Corporate Mitras Cadre
• SHE Marts for women
• Revision in the buyback tax framework
• Strengthening the GENESIS programme, Fund of Funds & Seed Fund schemes
• Special emphasis on Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, first-time ...