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AnalysisIBEFWednesday, 7 October 2026

Cabinet approves Commitment of US$ 1.06 billion towards establishment of the SME Growth Fund for direct equity investments in Small and Medium Enterprises to create future champions

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Summary
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Key Facts
TypeAnalysis
SourceIndia Brand Equity Foundation
PublishedWednesday, 7 October 2026
Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 63 million MSMEs
Key Numbers
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Fiscal deficit target: 4.4% of GDP
GST collection: Rs 1.87 lakh crore/month avg
R&D spending: 0.7% of GDP
Key Authorities
Ministry of FinanceRBISEBIDEAMinistry of Science & Technology
Key Stakeholders
TaxpayersBanks & NBFCsInvestorsResearchersR&D InstitutionsStartups
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
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Amendment History
18 changes recorded for this policy.
DescriptionWednesday, 7 October 2026via epod_harvard
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via epod_harvard
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via epod_harvard
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionFriday, 9 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionFriday, 9 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionFriday, 9 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSaturday, 10 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSaturday, 10 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSaturday, 10 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Union Cabinet approves ₹10,000 crore commitment to SME Growth Fund    Business Standard
DescriptionSaturday, 10 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSaturday, 10 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Union Cabinet approves ₹10,000 crore commitment to SME Growth Fund    Business Standard
DescriptionSaturday, 10 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSunday, 11 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSunday, 11 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
DescriptionSunday, 11 October 2026via policyradar
The Union Cabinet approves a US$1.06 billion SME Growth Fund to provide growth equity, support innovation and strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian SMEs.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore towards establishment of SME Growth Fund for SMEs    The Tribune
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