📈 New Entrepreneur Support & Industry Development

• The Finance Ministry & banking sector will launch an Rs. 80 Bn loan scheme in January 2026 for new entrepreneurs. This program will channel Budget 2026 allocations for targeted fund distribution. • A National Database for Industrialists is being established to consolidate information on all industrial stakeholders, aiming for easier access to government services and support schemes. • Collateral-free loan facilities are being discussed for craftsmen registered with the National Crafts Council, aiming to expand the craft sector and support micro-level industry revival. • The National Paper Company Ltd. has significantly increased its monthly output from 150-180 tons to 400 tons, marking a notable turnaround in production. • A new National Advisory Framework for excavation permits, aiming for uniform guidelines and streamlined approvals, is also set for implementation in January.