FLO Chennai, under the leadership of Chairperson Ms. Niyati A. Mehta, hosted an MSME entrepreneurship program at Dr. MGR‑Janaki College auditorium for the students. The session was led by speaker Dr. Geetha Premkumar, who is the head of MSME Vertical, FICCI FLO. The content flow of the programme followed the deck shared during the session.
Also, this program covered entrepreneurship with a focus on how small, practical innovations can evolve into micro‑businesses. It also highlighted the role of small businesses in the country’s economy and their contribution to GDP, giving students a wider context for why entrepreneurship matters.
For students choosing employment, the session touched upon employability skills and the current industry scenario. FLO Chennai emphasized financial prudence (separating personal and business money, tracking costs and revenues), the ethics of business, and emotional wellness as essential foundations for long‑term success.
Also, they additionally stressed the importance of an inclusive growth drive—how supporting women‑led small enterprises benefits society and the nation. The Q&A was very interactive, with active participation from students throughout. Also, students were provided practical insights and knowledge regarding becoming successful and generating profits with MSMEs.
Outcomes & Next Steps
- Raised awareness of micro‑entrepreneurship pathways.
- Students are clear about the first steps for becoming entrepreneurs.
- Recommended a follow‑up programme for the students who intend to start immediately.
The programme concluded successfully with 100+ participants from the college community.