COSIA’s Timely Intervention Leads to Deferment of Steel QCO Implementation
We are pleased to inform our members and stakeholders that the Government of India has deferred by one month the implementation of the Quality Control Order (QCO) for certain steel products, which was earlier scheduled to come into effect for all imports with bill of lading dates from 16.06.2025 onwards. As per the latest clarification […]
COSIA Participates in Empowered Committee on MSMEs Meeting at RBI Mumbai – 9th May, 2025
The Empowered Committee on MSMEs for Maharashtra convened its quarterly meeting on 9th May, 2025, at the Reserve Bank of India’s Mumbai Regional Office. The meeting, chaired by the Regional Director, Maharashtra – RBI, brought together representatives from leading banks, SIDBI, CGTMSE, NABARD, government departments, and prominent industry bodies. Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) […]
COSIA Participates in Interaction with 16th Finance Commission
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) had the privilege of participating in an important interaction with the Hon’ble Members of the Sixteenth Finance Commission during their visit to Maharashtra on 8th May 2025 in Mumbai. COSIA was among a select group of industry associations invited to represent the interests and concerns of the Micro, […]
COSIA Urges Maharashtra Government to Reconsider Minimum Wage Hike for Rubber Industry
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) has formally submitted a representation to the Maharashtra government, requesting a reconsideration of the recent extraordinary hike in minimum wages for the rubber industry. The appeal follows a request from the All India Rubber Industries Association, which raised concerns about the severe impact on MSMEs in the sector. […]
COSIA Commends TSSIA’s Efforts in Closing LBT Departments and Advocates for Amnesty Scheme
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) proudly acknowledges the persistent and strategic efforts of our member association, Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), which have led to a significant breakthrough for the industrial community. In response to TSSIA’s sustained advocacy, the Urban Development Department (UDD) of the Government of Maharashtra (GoM) issued an important […]
COSIA Welcomes RBI’s Draft Circular on Prohibition of Foreclosure Charges and Pre-Payment Penalties for MSEs
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) is pleased to share an important update following the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) release of the draft circular on the prohibition of foreclosure charges and pre-payment penalties on term loans granted to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs). The draft circular, published on 21st February, 2025, is a […]
COSIA and LPIA Join Forces to Address Industry Challenges and Promote Skill Development
The COSIA team, including Mr. Ninad Jaywant (Hon. Gen. Secretary), CA Nandan Khambete (CMC Member), Mr. Girish Khambete (Member), Mr. Sameer Shirodkar (Secretary Legal), and Mr. Vinay Sawant – Advisor, recently visited the Lote Parshuram Industries Association (LPIA) at Lote Parshuram MIDC, Khed, on 16th February 2025. The COSIA delegation received a warm welcome from […]
COSIA Participates in the Quarterly Empowered Committee on MSMEs Meeting at RBI, Mumbai
On 11th February, 2025, the Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) actively participated in the Quarterly Meeting of the Empowered Committee on MSMEs, held at the Mumbai Regional Office of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This important meeting, chaired by the Regional Director for Maharashtra, brought together key stakeholders to discuss critical aspects of […]
COSIA Submits Recommendations on Draft Maharashtra Industrial Policy 2025
On 19th February 2025, the Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) submitted its detailed recommendations on the Draft Maharashtra Industrial Policy 2025 to the Government of Maharashtra. The recommendations focused on enhancing the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, which is vital to Maharashtra’s industrial growth. Key proposals included: COSIA is eager to collaborate […]
COSIA & TSSIA Hosts Online Meeting on MSEDCL Matters – 5th February, 2025
On 5th February, 2025, the Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA), in collaboration with the Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), successfully organized an important online meeting to address key concerns surrounding the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL). The meeting saw the active participation of over 35 sector experts and representatives from various […]