MSME awareness session on Indian Standards at NIMA Nashik, led by CEng. Shreekant Patil, boosts MSME growth, quality, and global competitiveness with BIS support.
Nashik, Maharashtra – May 15, 2026 – CEng. Shreekant Patil, Technical Committee Member and Resource Person at BIS India, Mumbai Branch, played a pivotal role in organizing an MSME awareness session on Indian Standards at NIMA House, Nashik, in collaboration with BIS Mumbai Branch. The event, held on 15th May 2026, brought together local MSMEs, industry leaders, and government representatives to discuss quality standards, certification, and strategies for boosting global competitiveness.
Since 2025, CEng. Shreekant Patil has been working closely with BIS India under the guidance of Mr. Pinaki Gupta, training and guiding MSMEs on adopting and complying with national and international quality standards. His expertise spans technical committee work in Welding, active membership in the American Welding Society and International Society of Automation, and hands-on support for MSMEs in Nashik.
The session featured insights from distinguished BIS officials including Shri R. R. Singh, Sr. Director & Head, BIS Mumbai Branch, Shri Sheetal Patil, and Shri Pushpendra Mishra. Shri Singh highlighted the importance of ISI certification and assured ongoing support for MSMEs in Nashik to achieve product quality, safety, and market expansion.
Shri Ashish Nahar, President of NIMA, applauded CEng. Shreekant Patil for his dedication to empowering local entrepreneurs and emphasized NIMA’s continued collaboration with BIS to enhance awareness on standards and certifications.
During the event, Shri R. R. Singh felicitated CEng. Shreekant Patil with a BIS memento in recognition of his continuous contributions as a resource person since 2025. In a gesture of gratitude, CEng. Shreekant Patil presented Shri Singh with a “Bhagavad Gita”, reaffirming his commitment to supporting MSMEs in Nashik through BIS initiatives.
The session was attended by over 75 participants from industry, academia, and startups. Other dignitaries on the dais included Shri Manish Rawal and Shri Rajendra Ahire (NIMA), Electrical Inspector Shri Bhagwat Ugale, and the event was skilfully moderated by Shri Milind Rajput. The organizing team, including Shri Jaideep Rajput, Prasad Gavhane, and Shubham Kankrej, ensured the event was executed flawlessly.
In his concluding remarks, CEng. Shreekant Patil emphasized that global competitiveness for Indian MSMEs depends on reliable product quality and adherence to standards. He committed to continued collaboration with BIS Mumbai Branch to provide training, guidance, and support to strengthen MSMEs in Nashik and beyond.
CEng Shreekant Patil is founder at PARENTNashik – (India), (100 % Export to Europe). He is Committee chairman at NIMA Startup Hub, MACCIA – Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Vice President at IBSEA, GFID & MSMECCII, Advisor at United Marathi International Chamber, GIBF, Founder member at FOEII University, Delhi, Hon. Advisor at Poland-India Chamber of Cooperation, Chartered Engineer with DGFT, Valuer, with 30+ years of industrial experience, former Sr. Consultant at NP Council India Under Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Technical Committee Member & Resource person Rp at BIS India – Bureau of Indian Standards – Govt of India, AWS – American Welding Society and ISA – International Society of Automation. He is Official Mentor at Govt of India Initiatives: BHASKAR, Startup India, WEP, STPI, BIRAC, AYE, MeitY Startup Hub, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, Certified LEAN, ZED, Consultant, Euro Exim Bank, AfDB, Asian Development Bank, SIDBI, United Nations, European Commissions, Certified Master Trainer, Assessor at NSDC (Skill India, DVET, MSBSVET), Certified Trainer by IFC – World Bank Groups, PoP at UGC, Volunteer Startup Mentor at AICTE – Vidyanjali Programme, member at IEEE Entrepreneurship, Independent Director, Niryat Bandhu, Udyami Mitra at Khadi India, Associated with EEPC, SEPC, APEDA, Council member at International Trade Council – Business for innovation & technology, member, reviewer, mentor at Asian Council of Science Editors, IFERP, Global Harmonization Initiative, Cluster collaboration- European Union, mentor at MentorMe program of European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), Sustainability Ambassador for UNSDG – SPSC- UK. Shreekant Patil has been nominated in roster of experts at UNFCCC. He is researcher fellow, author, writer. He is Brand Ambassador for Wallonia, Belgium. Shreekant is now authorised signatory at World Bank Groups GLC- IFC (International Finance Corporation).
His mission is to promote self-employment by fostering startups, empowering entrepreneurs and women, supporting Govt schemes & funding, building exporters and supply chains, while driving capacity building through ZED & Lean MSME certifications, BIS–ISI standards, and Chartered Engineer certifications. A small contribution making India as Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.
MSMEHelp Nashik is a dedicated platform committed to supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and startups in the Nashik region. Recognizing the vital role that MSMEs play in fostering economic growth and innovation, MSMEHelp Nashik provides a comprehensive range of services aimed at empowering these enterprises to thrive in a competitive market.
One of the key initiatives of MSMEHelp Nashik is assisting MSMEs and startups in obtaining various certifications that are essential for market credibility and expansion. Certifications such as ISO, BIS, CE, and other industry-specific standards are critical for entering national and international markets. MSMEHelp offers guidance and assistance throughout the certification process, from understanding the requirements to preparing documentation and liaising with certifying bodies. This support helps enterprises reduce the time and effort required to achieve certification, thereby accelerating their growth trajectory.
Moreover, MSMEHelp Nashik organizes training programs, workshops, and awareness campaigns to educate entrepreneurs about the importance of quality standards and certifications. They also facilitate access to government schemes, subsidies, and financial assistance tailored specifically for MSMEs and startups. By connecting enterprises with funding agencies, MSMEHelp ensures that businesses have the necessary financial backing to upgrade technology, improve infrastructure, and expand operations.
Additionally, MSMEHelp Nashik provides mentorship and consultancy services to help startups develop business plans, improve operational efficiency, and adopt best practices. Their efforts are aimed at creating a conducive environment for innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth.
In summary, MSMEHelp Nashik plays a pivotal role in transforming MSMEs and startups into competitive entities by offering certification support, training, financial guidance, and mentorship. Their holistic approach significantly contributes to strengthening the MSME ecosystem in Nashik, fostering entrepreneurship, and driving regional economic development.
© 2025 Crivva - Hosted by Airy Hosting Managed Website Hosting.
