Dear Members,

Greetings from FICCI FLO!!!

I am delighted to extend a warm invitation to you for a Virtual Session on "ONDC Network and Supporting Women Entrepreneurs" scheduled for August 2, 2024, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. This session is organized under the ambit of the FLO MSME Assist Cell, led by our esteemed Governing Body Member, Sucheta Shah.

FLO MSME Assist Cell is a national initiative with a vision to empower women entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and support to thrive in the MSME sector. Our goal is to enhance the competitiveness and growth of women-led businesses through strategic support, capacity building, and fostering a supportive ecosystem.

The objective of this session is to introduce our members to the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and how it can benefit women entrepreneurs. The ONDC initiative has been envisioned to enable small retailers and merchants to access a vast buyer base through e-commerce, overcoming various barriers that have traditionally limited their reach. To facilitate this, FLO has partnered with Samhita and ONDC to develop a sustainable pathway for onboarding women sellers onto the ONDC platform.

Kunal Dhooper, Associate Director at Samhita CGF, will be the speaker for this session. Kunal is actively involved in the ONDC project and brings extensive experience in the e-commerce industry.

During this session, you will have the opportunity to:

• Understand the ONDC Onboarding Process and Benefits: Learn about the process to get onboard with ONDC and the advantages of accessing a large buyer base.
• Explore Advantages of the Samhita Seller App: Discover the support available through the Samhita seller app, including funding, marketing, and IT support.
• Address Your Queries: Get answers to any questions you may have about operating within the ONDC ecosystem.

This is a valuable opportunity for FLO members who are interested in expanding their reach and growing their businesses through the ONDC platform. We encourage you to participate and leverage the insights shared by Kunal Dhooper to enhance your entrepreneurial journey.

Please register for the session through the following link https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaPFlqU5N9RLRF86v75ocM​

and mark your calendars for August 2, 2024.

Warm regards,

Joyshree Das Verma

National President, FICCI FLO