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Middle East War Disrupts Uttarakhand Exports, Raises Industry Costs

Industries in Uttarakhand, particularly in export-oriented clusters like Selaqui, are facing increased production costs and supply chain disruptions due to the Middle East conflict. Exports of pharmaceuticals, food processing, and handicrafts to the region have stalled with no new orders. Logistics have been severely impacted, with shipments being diverted, leading to higher costs and longer transit times. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump commented on the possibility of the US securing Iranian oil, referencing a "spoils of war" approach.

Key Points: Middle East Conflict Hits Uttarakhand Industries: IAU Chief

  • Rising input costs for industries
  • Exports to Middle East disrupted
  • Logistics costs and transit times up
  • Pharma and handicrafts sectors hit
  • Trump comments on securing Iranian oil
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"Middle East conflict hits Uttarakhand industries, raises costs": IAU President Pankaj Gupta

Uttarakhand industries face rising costs & export disruptions to Middle East due to war, impacting pharma & handicrafts, says IAU President Pankaj Gupta.

"The ongoing war in the Middle East is impacting both supply and input costs. - Pankaj Gupta"

Dehradun, April 7

Pankaj Gupta, President of the Industries Association Uttarakhand, said on Tuesday that industries in Uttarakhand are facing rising input costs and disruptions in exports due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Speaking exclusively to ANI, Gupta said that the situation is affecting both supply chains and production costs. "The ongoing war in the Middle East is impacting both supply and input costs. On the input side, costs have increased, while exports to the Middle East--particularly in sectors like pharmaceuticals, food processing, and handicrafts--have been disrupted, with no new orders coming in," he said.

He further highlighted logistical challenges arising from the situation. "Shipments are being diverted from their usual routes, leading to higher logistics costs and increased transit time," Gupta added.

The impact is being felt significantly in industrial clusters across the Dehradun district, particularly in the Mahobewala and Selaqui areas, where several units are engaged in export-oriented manufacturing.

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump said that the United States could secure the Iranian oil as the war in West Asia continues to expand, saying, "if I had my choice, I'm a businessman first".

Trump's remark came when he was asked about securing Iran's oil during a press briefing at the White House. Trump referred to US actions in Venezuela to justify the idea.

"If I had my choice. Yeah, cause I'm a businessman first. We are a partner with Venezuela, and we've taken hundreds of millions of barrels," he said.

Trump signalled towards moving away from US policy and taking "the spoils" of war.

"You know that to the winner belong the spoils. Go for the spoils. I've said why don't we use it to the victor go the spoils. We haven't had that in this country, probably in a hundred years. We didn't have it with the Second World War. We helped rebuild all those countries," he said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The logistical challenges mentioned are a nightmare for any business. Higher costs and longer transit times will eventually be passed on to consumers. It's a ripple effect that starts in the Middle East and ends up affecting prices in our local markets here in India.
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Priya S
Very worrying for the handicraft sector. So many artisans in Uttarakhand depend on exports. No new orders means their income just stops. Hope the association and government can help find new markets quickly. 🙏
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Rohit P
While the impact on Uttarakhand is sad, the Trump comments are shocking and show a colonial mindset. "To the winner belong the spoils"? This kind of talk from a world leader is dangerous and exactly why these conflicts keep happening. We need diplomacy, not more resource grabs.
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Karthik V
This is a wake-up call for Indian industries to diversify their export markets and build more resilient supply chains. Over-reliance on any one region is always a risk. Time for 'Make in India' to also mean 'Sell to the World' beyond traditional partners.
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Michael C
The article connects two critical issues: the immediate economic pain for local workers and the alarming geopolitical rhetoric that fuels such instability. It's a stark reminder that peace and stable trade routes are essential for global prosperity.
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Nisha Z

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