Designed as a unified platform to connect entrepreneurs, streamline trading, provide access to government schemes, and strengthen India’s MSME ecosystem.
November 25, 2025, New Delhi: The National Industries Research and Development Council (NIRDC), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, has announced the development of InDApp, a groundbreaking, homegrown digital platform created to revolutionize the way MSMEs operate, network, and grow. Positioned to become India’s Alibaba for small and medium businesses, InDApp aims to serve as a powerful nationwide B2B marketplace that enhances visibility, promotes indigenous brands, and integrates India’s vast MSME sector into global value chains.
At its core, InDApp has been designed as a single-window platform—bringing together entrepreneurs, traders, and manufacturers from every corner of the country. The platform supports MSMEs in trading, networking, accessing vital government schemes, and receiving institutional support. Backed by eight key ministries, InDApp is expected to significantly uplift India’s MSME sector, which forms the backbone of the nation’s economic growth and contributes heavily to employment generation.
A One-Stop Digital Ecosystem for MSMEs
InDApp’s multi-layered functionality sets it apart as a transformational tool for India’s business landscape. From providing real-time information on government schemes and assisting entrepreneurs in accessing capital to enhancing business visibility and supporting skill-building initiatives, the platform enables MSMEs to expand their digital presence with unparalleled ease.
For small businesses operating from remote regions, the marketplace offers an opportunity to list their products and services under specific categories while also discovering business prospects across states. This digital inclusion empowers rural and semi-urban entrepreneurs—especially artisans, craftsmen, and small manufacturers—to reach national and global buyers without intermediaries.
A Collaborative Government-Backed Framework
As the nodal body behind the platform, NIRDC plays a crucial role in facilitating coordination between various ministries and government agencies. Being an autonomous, non-profit institution under the MSME ministry, NIRDC ensures that entrepreneurs receive streamlined access to policies, schemes, and resources through a unified digital interface.
“This collaborative approach means that entrepreneurs no longer have to navigate multiple departments or face bureaucratic hurdles,” stated the organization. InDApp is being positioned as a major technological leap toward realizing the Government of India’s vision of Viksit Bharat—a developed, digitally empowered country.
Leaders Speak: A Game-Changer for MSMEs
Highlighting the app’s hybrid model, Shambhu Singh, National Chairman of NIRDC, emphasized how the platform bridges physical and digital support.
“By integrating physical outreach with digital support, InDApp creates a seamless interface that promotes transparency, efficiency, and inclusive participation. This hybrid engagement model ensures that even the smallest enterprises can access national and global opportunities,” he said.
Lalit Varma, Vice-Chairman of NIRDC, further noted the importance of simplifying bureaucratic processes:
“NIRDC’s InDApp can be seen as India’s core technological innovation. The application’s multi-sectoral, multi-utilitarian model is exactly what the country needs. By centralising access and simplifying navigation through government procedures, the app drastically reduces the time and effort required to benefit from government initiatives.”
Key Features of InDApp
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Subscription-based access available across Android and iOS platforms
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Dedicated marketplace for product listing, B2B trading, and supplier discovery
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Networking page that functions like a professional social media platform
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Live updates on government schemes, subsidies, and new policies
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Notifications on MSME events, workshops, exhibitions, and training sessions
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Support for loans, grants, and funding access
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Resources for capacity-building, certification, and compliance
With these features, InDApp is expected to become an indispensable digital companion for entrepreneurs aiming to scale their operations.
Backed by Eight Crucial Ministries
Set for an official launch on 26 November, the platform has support from ministries that are vital to India’s MSME ecosystem. These include:
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Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
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Ministry of Food Processing Industries
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Ministry of Agriculture
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Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
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Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change
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Ministry of Corporate Affairs
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Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
This cross-ministerial support ensures that MSMEs using InDApp receive access to a wide range of schemes, permits, and sector-specific incentives through a unified digital window.
About NIRDC
The National Industries Research and Development Council (NIRDC) is an autonomous, non-profit government-backed institution headquartered in New Delhi. Focused on promoting industrial growth and innovation across India, NIRDC plays an active role in implementing and coordinating various schemes under the Government of India. Supported by multiple ministries—including MSME, Food Processing, Fisheries, Agriculture, and Commerce—NIRDC aims to empower entrepreneurs, especially in rural and underserved regions.
The council works to raise awareness about government initiatives, support access to resources, encourage skill development, and promote inclusive growth within key sectors such as MSMEs, food processing, fisheries, and agriculture. By maintaining strong links between policymakers, industry experts, financial institutions, and emerging entrepreneurs, NIRDC continues to drive India’s industrial transformation.
With InDApp, NIRDC has taken a significant stride toward reshaping India’s MSME ecosystem—empowering businesses, simplifying access, and creating a future where every entrepreneur, no matter how small, has the opportunity to thrive on a national and global stage.
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