Archive · 24 Jul 2026
4,520 MSMEs Shut in AP Since 2024–25, 48,477 Jobs Lost
In Andhra Pradesh, a lot of small businesses have closed down since 2024–25.
This has led to nearly 48,500 people losing their jobs.
The government has not provided special help for these businesses, but there are some existing schemes to give loans without needing collateral.
The closures have been increasing each year, and many small businesses are struggling.
Some people in the government wanted more detailed information about why certain types of businesses are closing, but that information was not provided.
4,520 MSMEs have shut down in Andhra Pradesh since the 2024–25 financial year.
This has resulted in the loss of 48,477 jobs.
26.33 lakh MSMEs have registered on the Udyam platforms between April 2024 and June 2026.
The number of closures has been increasing each year, with 1,401 in 2024–25 and 2,407 in 2025–26.
The Centre has not provided a special relief package or sector-specific vulnerability assessment.
- Who
- Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Andhra Pradesh
- What
- Closure of 4,520 MSMEs and loss of 48,477 jobs
- When
- Since the beginning of the 2024–25 financial year
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- Various factors leading to business closures, including economic challenges and lack of sector-specific support
Government's Stance
MPs' Concerns
Special Relief Package
Government's Stance
The Centre has ruled out any special relief package or restructuring facility for distressed MSMEs in Andhra Pradesh.
MPs' Concerns
MPs may have expected or sought special relief measures to address the significant job losses and business closures.
Sector-Specific Vulnerability Assessment
Government's Stance
The ministry did not provide a sector-specific vulnerability assessment for sectors like granite polishing, aquaculture, and handloom cooperatives.
MPs' Concerns
MPs might have wanted detailed assessments to understand and address sector-specific issues.
- Total MSME Closures
- 4,520
- Jobs Lost
- 48,477
- Registered MSMEs
- 26.33 lakh
- Closures in 2024–25
- 1,401
- Closures in 2025–26
- 2,407
- Closures in 2026–27 (Q1)
- 712
- Credit Guarantees Extended
- 10.2 lakh
- Loan Amount Covered
- ₹44,941 crore