Mumbai, February 16 RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that improving access to timely and adequate formal credit for MSMEs remains a key policy priority of the central bank.
As part of the Reserve Bank of India's continued engagement with stakeholders, the governor held a meeting with select micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and representatives of MSME associations.
In a statement, the RBI said Malhotra emphasized the crucial role of the MSME sector in India's economic landscape, significantly contributing to GDP, exports, and livelihoods.
He stressed that improving access to timely and adequate formal credit for MSMEs remains a key policy priority of the Reserve Bank.
He also outlined several policy and regulatory measures undertaken by the central government and the Reserve Bank for the sector.
The governor encouraged MSMEs to pursue formalization, maintain credit discipline, and adopt digital payments to build their long-term resilience and competitiveness.
During the interactive session, participants shared their feedback and suggestions on policy issues and operational challenges related to credit flow to the MSME sector.
Deputy governors T Rabi Sankar, Swaminathan J, and SC Murmu also attended the meeting.
