India Joins BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies

On 4th February 2026, India formally joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) to strengthen industrial cooperation and provide integrated support services to manufacturing companies and MSMEs across BRICS nations.

Key Points

BRICS Industrial Engagement: India joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies at an event organised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade in New Delhi.
India’s Nodal Institution: The National Productivity Council has been designated as the India Centre for BRICS Industrial Competencies.
Role of NPC: NPC will lead India’s engagement with BCIC, focusing on capacity building, productivity enhancement and adoption of advanced manufacturing practices.
Support for MSMEs: The initiative aims to provide integrated support services to manufacturing firms and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across BRICS countries.
Global Partnership: The BCIC has been launched in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization.
Industrial Objectives: The Centre seeks to promote industrial innovation, modernisation and international cooperation among BRICS economies.
Broader Impact: India’s participation is expected to enhance cross-border industrial collaboration and strengthen the competitiveness of Indian manufacturing in global value chains.