To recognize the contribution of MSEs in the sector, SIDBI in association with ET and CRISIL (as knowledge partner) instituted “SIDBI-ET India MSE Awards. Its unique award coated with reward of mentoring and short term MDP. After success of first edition of the award in FY-2019 (witnessing 4700 entries for 27 MSEs getting awarded) the second edition in FY-2020 witnessed 13000+ registrations leading to illustrative MSEs getting awarded. The award took national ownership in terms of lead banking institutions on boarding as partners.