<h1>Jammu & Kashmir Embraces MSMEs to Drive Economic Growth, Inspired by Switzerland and Germany's Success Models</h1> The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir emphasized the significant role of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in job creation and economic development. Drawing inspiration from Switzerland and Germany, J&K has adopted investor-friendly policies to boost self-reliance and digital adoption. A workshop at IIM Jammu highlighted the region's economic resilience and the importance of sectors like handicrafts, food processing, and tourism. Government officials and NITI Aayog representatives stressed the need for cooperative federalism and strategic planning to empower regions. The potential for J&K to become an entrepreneurial hub was also underscored, leveraging its natural resources and skilled workforce.