A Parliamentary standing committee on commerce, chaired by Rajya Sabha MP Dola Sen, convened a series of meetings in Raipur on Thursday to evaluate the state of India-US trade relations. The discussions primarily centered on enhancing exports of agricultural and processed food products, along with interactions with senior state officials.
Study Tour and Consultations
The committee engaged with senior officials from the Chhattisgarh government, representatives from banks, insurance institutions, export promotion agencies, and industry bodies as part of its study tour covering Ahmedabad, Raipur, and Bhubaneswar.
Key Discussion Points
Deliberations focused on export promotion measures, investment opportunities, value addition in agriculture, and strategies to improve the competitiveness of Indian products in global markets. Inputs were also provided by representatives from NABARD, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, and the Agriculture Insurance Company of India on credit, insurance, and risk-management support available to exporters.
State Government Briefing
Officials from the Chhattisgarh government briefed the committee on steps being taken to promote exports, attract investments, and strengthen the state’s food processing sector.
Expected Outcomes
The committee is expected to incorporate the findings of its consultations into a comprehensive report aimed at strengthening India-US trade and economic cooperation.
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