INTRODUCTION
The locational disadvantage of the region can now be looked as locational advantage considering the "Act East" Policy of the Government of India. The region during the past decades has witnessed significant development in the infrastructure and connectivity which have created the base for further development. However, there still seems to be a gap in the area of guidance and mentoring which is required for faster economic development. To boost the morale of the prospective entrepreneurs as well as investors interested to venture into the region. There is also a need to intervene in the Govt. and policy level through research and support to government projects for better and timely implementation. Considering the importance, we the few professionals with wide range of field level practical experiences of NER have launched MARAGDARSHAK ADVISORY to provide one stop solution to aspiring Entrepreneurs and both at Government and corporate sector. With our understanding of the NER, our approach would be completely Northeast Centric identifying the gaps in the services and providing the best solution with area specific professional and Industrialist expertise.
Pain Points in NER:
- High unemployment rates in Assam.
- The attitude of students towards Entrepreneurship.
- Single Window Virtual Platform for Information, Handholding and Awareness on Schemes, Start-up Toolkits, and Case studies.
- Information related to Industries and Entrepreneurship in Academic Institutions.
- Lack of skilled Trainers in Government mechanisms.
- Lack of Skilled Consultants in the field of Business Development at District Level and facilitating various Product Development Programs at District Level.
In order to address the above pain points, Margdarshak Advisory was formally launched at Taj Vivanta, Guwahati in 2019.
Need of a private entity to ensure services/ Advocacy for the MSME/ Startup Sector
The private consulting firms act as a watch-dog and facilitator for quick execution of peripheral services and add-ons to the already existing mechanism. Margdarshak Advisory can be seen as an Enabler of Economic growth through its wide range of handholding and business services. We primarily cater to MSME which is the backbone of the Nation and the Start-up segment follows it. Much has been done for the Start-up segment and recently, the MSME segment seems to have attention from the government. There seems to be less desire of the youths towards being entrepreneurial in nature wherein Margdarshak Advisory wants to play a role. Our initiatives like Prayas followed by Sambhab are some of our in-house services and are curated keeping in mind the regional sensitive segment.
GOAL
To create a Single Window Platform for Catalyzing Businesses from NER.
What we offer
We understand the need for handholding and hence, we have devised a range of support services to boost the entrepreneurial ecosystem in NER. The following pointers highlight those key services.
- Mentorship in project funding and guidance for access to finance.
- Guidance and mentoring in project implementation.
- Information on Govt. Schemes and support and guidance in availing the same.
- Support and mentorship in obtaining licenses and other approvals.
- Support in reaching out to export market through a comprehensive approach.
Collaboration, so far
- Networking and Mobilizing Partner for NEHHDC.
- BRTSIF at Bombay Stock Exchange, Mumbai.
- FISS.
- NH Consulting Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi
- MARGDARSHAK ADVISORY has signed a MoU digitally with Assam Downtown University.
- EduMiles Consulting.
- Rubix Potential, Luxemborg.
Sectors under focus at Margdarshak Advisory
- Agri and Agro allied Sector
- Handloom and Handicraft
- IT, Web3 and Blockchain
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Media and Entertainment
- Infrastructure, Design, Real estate and Construction
- Education, Community Development, Skilling, Coaching, HR and L&D
- Logistics and Supply Chain
- Renewable, EV and Waste Management
- Utility Services
- Legal, Fintech and Financial Services
- Healthcare and AYUSH
- Fashion and Textile
Our Core Values
Innovation
Integrity
Passion
Learning
Responsibility
Customer focus
Impact
Team work