P K Kunhalikutty, Minister of Industries unveils the official logo of the ‘Young Entrepreneurs Conclave’, scheduled to be held in Kozhikode in September, during the ONDC inter-departmental workshop organised by the Department of Industries and Commerce.

The effective implementation of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) will enable MSMEs in Kerala to directly access global markets and offer their products and services to customers worldwide without intermediaries, said P K Kunhalikutty, the State Industries Minister.

The initiative would help entrepreneurs increase profitability and unlock new market opportunities, he said while inaugurating the ONDC Inter-Departmental Workshop organised by the State Department of Industries and Commerce on Wednesday.

The ONDC has the potential to bring transformative changes to Kerala’s retail, tourism and transport sectors, he said.

Young Entrepreneurs

The Minister also unveiled the official logo of the Young Entrepreneurs Conclave, which will be held in Kozhikode in September to encourage and nurture young entrepreneurial talent.

ONDC aims to create a more open and inclusive digital commerce ecosystem. The workshop was organised to prepare a roadmap for its effective implementation in Kerala and to strengthen coordination among various government departments.

A P M Mohammed Hanish, additional Chief Secretary, Industries Department, presided over the event, while Arun K Vijayan, Director of Industries and Commerce welcomed the gathering.

Published on June 24, 2026