Industry and Infrastructure

Role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

Introduction to PPPs

  1. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are collaborative arrangements between the government and private sector entities.
  2. PPPs aim to finance, design, implement, and operate infrastructure projects and services.
  3. Key sectors utilizing PPPs include transportation, energy, water supply, health, and education.
  4. PPPs combine the efficiency of private enterprises with the public sector's resources and oversight.

Significance of PPPs

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Power, transport, communication

Importance of Infrastructure Development

  1. Infrastructure serves as the backbone of economic growth and development.
  2. Facilitates industrial growth, trade, and investment by providing essential services.
  3. Improves the quality of life by ensuring access to power, transport, and communication.
  4. Enhances productivity and efficiency across various economic sectors.
  5. Boosts connectivity, enabling regional integration and balanced development.
  6. Promotes employ

MSMEs: Role, challenges, and initiatives

Role of MSMEs in the Economy

  1. MSMEs are the backbone of the Indian economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment.
  2. They account for approximately 30% of India’s GDP and nearly 50% of exports.
  3. Provide employment to over 110 million people across various sectors.
  4. Promote entrepreneurship and innovation at grassroots levels.
  5. Support the development of rural and semi-urban areas through industrial growth.
  6. Contribute

Make in India, Start-up India

Make in India and Start-up India are flagship initiatives launched by the Government of India to boost industrial development, encourage entrepreneurship, and enhance economic growth. These programs aim to create a favorable business environment and make India a global hub for manufacturing and innovation.

Industrial Policy Resolutions: 1956, 1991

The Industrial Policy Resolutions of 1956 and 1991 were landmark policy frameworks that shaped the growth and structure of industries in India. These policies reflect the country's evolving approach to economic development, planning, and liberalization.

Industry and Infrastructure