CHIEF GUEST: SHRI PRANAB MUKHERJEE, HON’BLE UNION MINISTER
The 15th CITD All India Industrial Promotion Awards – 1992 was a landmark event organized by CITD India to honour and encourage excellence in India’s industrial sector. This national platform recognized outstanding contributions in entrepreneurship, manufacturing, innovation, and MSME development. The event was graced by Shri Pranab Mukherjee, Hon’ble Union Minister and a respected leader in Indian economic policy, as the Chief Guest. His presence added prestige and gravitas to the occasion. The awards served not only to recognize industrial achievements but also to inspire a new wave of industrial leadership committed to the progress and self-reliance of the nation.
The 15th CITD All India Industrial Promotion Awards – 1992, organized by the Council for Industrial and Trade Development (CITD), stood as a defining moment in the celebration of India’s industrial excellence. This prestigious event was envisioned to recognize, honour, and encourage the spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and industrial leadership that drives the nation’s economic growth and resilience.
Held at a crucial time in India’s industrial journey, the awards aimed to acknowledge the remarkable efforts of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and organizations that have made significant contributions across various sectors including manufacturing, infrastructure, exports, and the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. These contributions not only fueled economic progress but also reinforced the vision of a self-reliant and globally competitive India.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Shri Pranab Mukherjee, the then Hon’ble Union Minister, as the Chief Guest. A stalwart of Indian politics and a respected authority on economic affairs, Shri Mukherjee’s participation lent immense prestige and gravitas to the occasion. His presence underscored the government’s recognition of industry as a cornerstone of national development.
In his keynote address, Shri Mukherjee emphasized the indispensable role of industrialization in shaping India’s economic future. He spoke passionately about the need for strategic policy support, technological advancement, and public-private collaboration to drive inclusive growth. He also lauded the contributions of the award recipients, highlighting them as exemplary figures whose achievements serve as models for future generations.
The awards ceremony brought together an impressive gathering of policymakers, business leaders, industrialists, economists, and development professionals. The event created a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, idea-sharing, and dialogue on the future of Indian industry. It also highlighted the synergy between government initiatives and private sector innovation, necessary for sustainable economic transformation.
Special recognition was given to MSMEs, which Shri Mukherjee identified as the backbone of India’s industrial structure. Their ability to generate employment, promote regional development, and foster grassroots innovation was highlighted as essential for achieving balanced and inclusive economic growth.
The 15th All India Industrial Promotion Awards also served to amplify CITD’s commitment to nurturing a robust and forward-looking industrial ecosystem. Through such national recognitions, CITD continues to promote excellence, reward innovation, and encourage responsible industrial practices that align with national goals.
Each award presented was not merely a recognition of past accomplishments, but a call to continued excellence, resilience, and leadership in a rapidly evolving global economy. The stories of the awardees served to inspire a new generation of industrialists who are committed not only to business success but also to nation-building.
This edition of the awards also marked CITD’s evolving role in India’s economic dialogue—as a bridge between policy and practice, between vision and action. The council reiterated its dedication to enabling growth through recognition, training, advocacy, and enterprise development.
The presence of a visionary leader like Shri Pranab Mukherjee reinforced the belief that India’s industrial strength lies not only in its factories and capital but in its people—its entrepreneurs, engineers, thinkers, and risk-takers. His message during the ceremony resonated with hope, direction, and a shared responsibility to shape India’s economic future.
The 15th CITD Industrial Promotion Awards – 1992 remain a proud chapter in CITD’s enduring legacy of empowering Indian industry. It stands as a reminder that behind every milestone of national progress are individuals and enterprises who dare to innovate, persevere, and lead with purpose.