The MSME Trade and Export Seminar Daman 2026 brought together trade, export, e-commerce and technology experts to help 60 NIFT Textile Design students understand business opportunities and government policies.
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, held the national seminar on September 9, 2026, at the Swami Vivekananda Auditorium in Daman.
The MSME Development Office, Silvassa, organised the programme under the title “Trade and Export Opportunities.” Students from Semesters 3 and 7 attended the seminar to learn about export procedures, market access, product innovation and technology.
MSME Trade and Export Seminar Covers Nine Sessions
The seminar featured nine sessions covering product and process innovation, e-commerce, export policies, market research and advanced manufacturing. The sessions introduced students to practical aspects of trade and international business.
Dr. Nupur Angirish and Sh. Nimesh Panchal discussed product and process innovation. Their presentations focused on developing new ideas and improving production methods.
Sh. Kuldeep Singh Rajput explained e-commerce through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM). His session covered how businesses can use the platform to connect with buyers.
Sh. Pramod Taware, Assistant DGFT, Mumbai, discussed export policies, including the Public Procurement Policy and the national EXIM Policy. These sessions introduced students to policy frameworks relevant to trade and exports.
E-commerce and Global Market Opportunities
The afternoon programme focused on international markets and online selling. Sh. Sandip Vinubhai Kathiriya discussed selling products through global platforms such as Amazon.
The session introduced students to opportunities for reaching international customers through e-commerce. It also connected digital sales channels with broader export opportunities.
Dr. Bidhan Das, Joint Director and Branch Head, IIP Ahmedabad, discussed design and packaging standards. His session highlighted their role in preparing products for international trade.
Packaging and product presentation are important considerations for businesses entering overseas markets. The session helped students understand how these factors relate to export requirements.
Market Research and Technology in Textile Design
Dr. S. Balasubramaniam and Sh. Himanshu Singh covered market research and technology. Their sessions also addressed advanced manufacturing initiatives.
These topics helped students explore how market information and technological developments relate to business decisions. For textile and design students, the discussions connected creative skills with manufacturing and commercial requirements.
The programme also covered government support for artisans, state-level assistance and Udyam Registration. Sh. Pravin Ureshwar Doiphode and Sh. Shakti Singh Tanwar of MSME-DFO, Silvassa, led these sessions.
NIFT Students Receive Participation Certificates
The seminar concluded with a valedictory ceremony. All 60 NIFT Textile Design students received certificates of participation.
The programme provided students with exposure to trade and export policies, e-commerce platforms, product innovation and international market requirements. It also introduced them to government support mechanisms relevant to businesses and artisans.
By bringing together government representatives and industry experts, the MSME Trade and Export Seminar Daman 2026 connected textile design education with practical knowledge of trade, technology and global business opportunities.
