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Punjab's Industry Minister Sanjeev Arora conducted a review of the Mohali Hitech Metal Cluster's operations. He praised the management for supporting nearly 80 MSME units producing bathroom fittings. The minister committed to addressing key concerns including expansion obstacles and skilled manpower training. Arora also inspected newly imported equipment and emphasized strengthening the government-shareholder partnership model.

Key Points: Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Reviews Mohali Hitech Metal Cluster

  • Minister Arora reviews modern facilities like testing lab and tool room
  • Assures priority action on pending PSIEC instalments and expansion obstacles
  • Highlights joint venture model for long-term industry benefits
  • Pledges operationalization of Mohali Skill Development Centre for training
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Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora reviews functioning of Mohali Hitech Metal Cluster

Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora reviews Mohali Hitech Metal Cluster, pledges support for 80 MSMEs and addresses industry expansion and skilled manpower concerns.

"The government-shareholders joint venture model would be strengthened to ensure long-term benefits for the industry. - Sanjeev Arora"

Sas Nagar, August 25

Punjab's Industry and Commerce, Investment Promotion and Power Minister, Sanjeev Arora, reviewed the functioning of the Mohali Hitech Metal Cluster on Monday.

Interacting with stakeholders, the Minister reaffirmed the state government's commitment to strengthening Punjab's industrial ecosystem in line with the vision of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.

He lauded the management of the cluster for successfully running the facility, which supports nearly 80 MSME units engaged in the production of bathroom fittings.

The Minister assured the stakeholders that their concerns including the release of the pending instalment of industry contribution to PSIEC, removal of the 66 KVA High Tension Tower obstructing further expansion, and the operationalization of the Mohali Skill Development Centre to train skilled manpower would be pursued with the concerned authorities on priority.

During his visit, Arora also reviewed the cluster's modern facilities such as the testing lab, design centre, and tool room. He inspected the newly imported equipment and highlighted that the government-shareholders joint venture model would be strengthened to ensure long-term benefits for the industry.

He was accompanied by Principal Secretary, Industry & Commerce, KK Yadav; Director, Surabhi Malik; Punjab Development Commission Member, Vaibhav Maheshwari; and SAS Nagar Deputy Commissioner, Komal Mittal.

Prominent members of the industry and management present on the occasion included BS Anand, Kanwaljit Singh Mahal, Navjot Singh Aulakh, Gurmeet Singh Bhatia, Sanjeev Singh Sethi, Sameer Kapoor, and Rupinder Singh Sachdeva.

Earlier on August 24, Minister Arora also wrote to the Union Government, urging intervention in the matter related to the frozen work visas for foreign truck drivers, particularly Punjabis, with the United States government.

In his letter sent on Saturday, Arora mentioned that the step taken by the US government following the highway accident in Florida, which involved a Punjabi-origin driver, has put the livelihood of 1.5 lakh Punjabi drivers in danger. He further appealed to the Minister of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy to initiate a dialogue with the US Government. The Minister mentioned that the whole Punjabi community is being punished based on one incident.

- ANI

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Priya S
Appreciate the minister's efforts on both industrial development and the US visa issue. Our Punjabi drivers abroad need government support. One incident shouldn't affect thousands of hardworking people. 🙏
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Karan T
While the review is positive, I hope this isn't just another photo opportunity. Punjab's industries need consistent policy support, not just periodic visits. The Skill Development Centre should have been operational long back.
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Neha E
Supporting MSMEs is crucial for Punjab's economy. The bathroom fittings industry has great export potential. Hope the government provides the promised support and doesn't leave these units hanging.
Gurpreet S
As someone from Mohali, I've seen this cluster grow. The testing lab and design center are world-class. Hope the minister's visit translates into actual solutions for the pending issues. Punjab's industry deserves better infrastructure.
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Aman W
The US visa issue for Punjabi drivers is concerning. Many families depend on remittances from abroad. Good that our minister is taking it up with the central government. Hope they find a diplomatic solution soon.

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