Entrepreneurs play a pivotal role not only as visionaries who identify opportunities but also as managers who steer their businesses towards growth and sustainability. In the context of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India, the entrepreneur often embodies multiple roles simultaneously, acting as a strategist, planner, decision-maker, motivator, and overseer of operations. The government of India recognizes the centrality of effective management in MSME development and has initiated several programs to strengthen managerial capacities, enhance competitiveness, and foster sustainable growth among small businesses. An entrepreneur, as a manager, is responsible for the overall planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of business activities. Planning involves setting business objectives, determining resource requirements, and formulating strategies to achieve growth targets. In small businesses, where resources are typically limited, effective planning becomes crucial to ensure optimal utilization of finances, workforce, and raw materials. Government initiatives such as the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) and the Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (CLCSS) support entrepreneurs in planning by providing financial assistance and facilitating access to technology, enabling small businesses to expand operations efficiently. Organizing is another critical managerial function carried out by entrepreneurs. It includes structuring the business, defining roles and responsibilities, allocating resources, and establishing processes for smooth operations. Entrepreneurs often need to manage multiple functions such as production, marketing, procurement, and finance, often with a lean workforce. Recognizing these challenges, the government promotes capacity-building programs through institutions like the National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (NI-MSME) and various state-level entrepreneurship