Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday assured traders and industrialists of full government support amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, stating that the situation has adversely affected industries, particularly the import-export sector.
Addressing Industry Representatives
Addressing representatives of industrial and traders' associations from the NCR region at Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi, Saini said Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed concern over the global situation and stressed the need to closely monitor even minor issues affecting businesses.
Parallels with COVID-19 Pandemic
Drawing parallels with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chief Minister said industries and the government would jointly overcome the present challenges. He announced that Haryana's new industrial policy received Cabinet approval and incorporated suggestions from industry stakeholders to create a more business-friendly environment.
Key Announcements
- Enhanced freight subsidy to support logistics costs.
- Incentives for testing equipment to improve quality standards.
- Extension of MSME benefits to more industries.
- Apprenticeship assistance of Rs 15,000 per month for six months per candidate.
Infrastructure Developments
Saini further announced that high-capacity fire tenders would be deployed in Gurugram, Sonipat, and Faridabad. Metro and RRTS connectivity expansion in NCR districts is already underway, aiming to improve transportation and logistics.
