Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Meets Union Minister Piyush Goyal to Discuss Major Industrial Developments
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal in New Delhi today. The state's industrial corridor, international air cargo facilities and several other developmental issues were discussed in the meeting. In this meeting, the Union Minister assured to approve several proposals for the development of Chhattisgarh, which will give a new direction to the state. Chhattisgarh Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain, Chief Minister's Secretary Rahul Bhagat, Chhattisgarh Industrial Commerce Secretary Rajat Kumar, Chhattisgarh Investment Commissioner in New Delhi Ritu Sain, Resident Commissioner Shruti Singh were also present in the meeting.
The main issue of the meeting was the development of Chhattisgarh's industrial corridor. Chief Minister Sai requested the Centre to connect Korba-Bilaspur-Raipur with Nagpur Industrial Corridor. Union Minister Piyush Goyal said on this proposal that it will be implemented soon. He also directed the officials of the Government of India to take necessary action in this regard. He said that this would boost industrial activities in Chhattisgarh, establish new industries and create employment opportunities. This step will help the state get a prominent place on the national industrial map.
Emphasis on the need for international air cargo facilities in Raipur
In the meeting, the Chief Minister also emphasized the need for international air cargo facilities in Raipur. He said that this would boost the export of agricultural and food processing products of the state. The Chief Minister said that the old terminal of Raipur can be used for this facility, which will facilitate export. Union Minister Goyal showed a positive attitude on this and assured to give approval soon. This facility will help the industries of the state to compete in global markets.
The issue of setting up an APEDA certification office was also raised
The issue of setting up the APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) Certification Office was also raised in the meeting. The Chief Minister said that the establishment of this office will give global recognition to the agricultural products of Chhattisgarh, which will benefit farmers and industrialists. On this proposal, the Union Minister said that the Government of India will provide all possible help on this.
Discussion on increasing the capacity of the Concor container depot
Increasing the capacity of the Concor container depot located in Raipur was also discussed in the meeting. Chief Minister Sai informed that currently only 15% of the total capacity of the depot is being used. He requested the Union Minister to add more shipping lines, which will reduce the export cost and boost business activities. The Union Minister also showed a positive attitude on this and said that the issue will be resolved with the Shipping Ministry soon.
Demand for organizing national and international business events in Nava Raipur
Chief Minister Sai also demanded the organization of national and international business events in Nava Raipur. This proposal will be an important step towards developing Chhattisgarh as a business and industrial hub. This will boost the commercial activities of the state and generate new business opportunities. Union Minister Goyal agreed to all these proposals and assured early implementation.
Establishment of IT and Multi-Sector SEZ
Chief Minister Sai also proposed to set up an IT Services Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Nava Raipur and a Multi-Sector SEZ in other growth hubs of the state. For this, 400 acres of land has been identified in Janjgir and Rajnandgaon. The Chief Minister said that at present, raw material is being exported from Chhattisgarh to other states, which is being stopped and this step is being taken to promote industrial development in the state. The Union Minister hoped for the early implementation of this project with a feasibility study.
Informed the Union Minister about the new Industrial Policy 2024-29
The Chhattisgarh government has announced the implementation of the new Industrial Policy 2024-29 to achieve the goal of Chhattisgarh Vision 2047. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai informed Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal about this policy, which aims to encourage industrial development, increase employment opportunities and achieve economic prosperity. The Chief Minister said that the objective of this policy is to transform Chhattisgarh into a prosperous and sustainable economic environment. This policy will open new avenues of development by promoting industrial activities in the state.