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State of India's Informal Sector: A Deep Dive into Enterprises, Statistics, and Segments

This comprehensive research report delves into the diverse nuances of India’s informal MSME landscape. It includes rich insights from a quantitative dataset of 10,000+ informal enterprises on aspects of formalization, digital adoption, and access to finance, among others.

The report uses an informed segmentation approach to provide a foundational resource for a better understanding of informal enterprises. It serves as a valuable reference for policymakers, donors, industry stakeholders, research organizations, and other key actors seeking to design targeted interventions.

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By Anjali Lalchandani, Rajarshi Dutta Barua, Rukmini Srinivasan
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