Why small businesses are struggling and what they must do to stay relevant

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Since 2020, many Indian SMEs have seen their top lines stall, not due to weak demand, but because the game has changed. Formalisation and GST-driven market access have tilted the field in favour of systemised, tech-enabled players. For those stuck in the middle, the message is clear: get up or get out. Now’s the time to build structure, not just survive on hustle.