<h1>GeM and Laghu Udyog Bharati-Karnataka boost MSME participation with Bengaluru registration drive and GeM Sahay 2.0 launch.</h1> The Government e Marketplace (GeM), in partnership with Laghu Udyog Bharati-Karnataka, held a registration drive in Bengaluru to increase the participation of Karnataka-based Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on its digital procurement platform. The event aimed to connect Central and State PSU buyers with local MSE sellers, promoting transparency and efficiency in public procurement. GeM highlighted that nearly 50% of its order value has been awarded to MSEs and announced the launch of GeM Sahay 2.0 to provide collateral-free loans. The initiative seeks to enhance market access for marginalized seller groups, including women-led and SC/ST enterprises.