ITANAGAR, July 16: Industries Minister Nyato Dukam on Tuesday said that a committee will soon be formed to draft a new Industrial Policy aimed at attracting further investments.
The minister made the announcement during a coordination and also review meeting with senior officials of the Department of Industries, IPR & Printing, Trade & Commerce, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Labour & Employment, Textile & Handicrafts and Sericulture at the DK Convention Centre here.
Dukam emphasized that the new Industrial Policy will draw from the comprehensive stakeholder inputs to ensure the policy fully realizes the state’s industrial potential while maintaining investor-friendly measures.
He also called for robust coordination among departments to explore and capitalize on opportunities that will enhance the dynamism and success of these departments.
Assuring support of the state government, Dukam highlighted the political will of the government, which he reckoned will be matched by departmental efforts for the welfare of the people.
Advisor to Industries minister Dr Mohesh Chai advocated for forward-thinking policies tailored to the state’s unique needs, urging identification and communication of opportunities to eligible beneficiaries.
He underscored the critical role of the departments of Industries, Trade, and Commerce as the state’s growth engines, and stressed on the importance of strengthening these departments through teamwork and close coordination.
During the meeting, officials from each department made PowerPoint presentations, detailing various challenges, opportunities, and strategies moving forward.