Haryana CM meets representatives of industries, trade organizations in Delhi
New Delhi, May 22
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has said the ongoing crisis in West Asia has significantly impacted industries, particularly the import-export sector. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also expressed concern over the situation. In this difficult time, the Haryana Government stands firmly with traders and industrialists.
The Chief Minister said this while addressing a meeting with representatives of various industries and traders' associations from the NCR region at Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi on Friday. Haryana Industries and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh was also present during the meeting.
Saini said the country had also witnessed the difficult period of the COVID pandemic, and just as everyone collectively overcame that crisis, the present challenges would also be successfully addressed together. He said, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised the need to pay close attention to even the smallest issues during this period. "The government stood with you earlier and continues to stand with you now," the Chief Minister said, according to a release.
The Chief Minister informed that the Haryana Government's new industrial policy has received Cabinet approval. He said suggestions earlier submitted by industry representatives have been incorporated into the policy to create a more industry-friendly environment in the state.
During the meeting, representatives from various trade and industrial organisations also presented their suggestions before the Chief Minister. He listened carefully to all proposals and approved several demands during the meeting itself.
Referring to the increasing incidents of fire accidents, the Chief Minister stated that high-capacity fire tenders would soon be deployed in Gurugram, Sonipat and Faridabad. He also informed that changes have been made in fire safety department regulations to facilitate the installation of EV charging points in underground parking areas of high-rise buildings, which would benefit industries and residents alike.
He further stated that the process for expanding connectivity in NCR districts through modern transportation systems such as Metro and RRTS has already begun.
The Chief Minister also announced enhancement of freight subsidy, subsidy on testing equipment for industries, extension of benefits received under MSME MOUs to other industries, and financial assistance of Rs. 15,000 per month for six months per candidate under the apprenticeship scheme.
He stated that electric bus services would be introduced for internal transportation within IMT areas. In addition, subsidy support for pollution control equipment under Arjun SPV and the introduction of electric school buses are also under consideration.
Representatives present at the meeting appreciated the Chief Minister's announcements and provisions under the new industrial policy and expressed gratitude to the Haryana Government, the release said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Interesting to see the emphasis on EV charging points and fire safety in high-rises. That's a practical concern in NCR cities like Gurugram. Still waiting to see if the Metro/RRTS expansion actually materializes on time though - we've heard these promises before.
As a small business owner in Faridabad, I appreciate the government standing with us during tough times. But the real test will be implementation - how smoothly will these subsidies and MSME benefits be processed? The paperwork and delays are always the biggest challenge. Hope the CM ensures a single-window clearance system works properly.
The fire tender deployment in Gurugram, Sonipat and Faridabad is long overdue! We've seen too many tragic incidents because of inadequate fire services. Also, the EV charging point regulation change for underground parking is a smart move - will encourage more people to switch to electric vehicles. Modi ji's focus on smaller issues is indeed visible here.
The electric bus service for IMT areas and potential electric school buses are forward-thinking steps. But I'm curious about the pollution control equipment subsidy under Arjun SPV - will it cover small-scale industries too? They are often the ones who need it most but can't afford the upgrades. Let's see the fine print.
The comparison to COVID times is apt - we did come together then. But the West Asia crisis is more complex and prolonged. I hope the government's support for import-export sector is substantial and not just rhetoric. The new industrial policy incorporating suggestions from industry reps is a good sign of consultation. Let's hope for concrete results! 💪
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