SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Institutions: Ministry of Commerce and Industry
The Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC), backed by the Government of India, now represents over 2,500 member companies across electronics hardware, software, and IT-enabled services. Rather than being just a membership body, ESC functions as a bridge between industry and government. It helps exporters tap into official incentive schemes, take part in trade delegations and international expos, and connect with verified global buyers. The network is especially valuable for MSMEs and startups, which may lack resources to access international markets on their own.
With such a large base, ESC has both credibility and critical mass to highlight industry concerns, provide market intelligence, and support dispute resolution. This strengthens India’s export capacity by reducing barriers to entry, widening access to opportunities, and creating collective bargaining strength for the sector.
By combining government sponsorship with a wide industry network, ESC plays a vital role in India’s export strategy. For policymakers, this shows how industry councils can complement state support, particularly in helping smaller firms scale globally in high-value sectors like electronics and IT.
Relevant Question for Policy Stakeholders:
How can ESC and government agencies deepen collaboration so that network-driven support for exporters translates into tangible gains in India’s global market share?
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