The government has successfully resolved 43,904 claims, amounting to approximately Rs 700 crore, through the ‘Vivad Se Vishwas’ scheme designed for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) during the Covid pandemic, announced Finance Secretary TV Somanathan. While 4,000 claims are pending decisions, the scheme has provided significant relief to numerous MSMEs, rendering them eligible for additional credit and supplies. Launched by the Finance Ministry’s expenditure department, the scheme aims to alleviate the financial burdens faced by the MSME sector adversely impacted by the pandemic.