This story is from May 28, 2020

Revive business in Kutch, urges GCCI

Revive business in Kutch, urges GCCI
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RAJKOT: Gandhidham Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has listed out several steps to state government for the revival of industrial operations in Kutch district.
GCCI has recommended GST stimulus package, steps to stop workers from migrating, desalination plants, GIDCs for MSMEs, exemption of stamp duty on Covid loans, package to attract new businesses, setting up of district promotion committee, 50% reduction in stamp duty, one-time settlement scheme on old dues of property and other municipal taxes and waiving off fixed energy charges among other things.

Kutch is Asia’s biggest timber hub. Over 150 plywood manufacturing units are thriving here. There is a huge potential for entrepreneurs to make value-added products because the dry climate of Kutch is conducive to wood, GCCI said in a press release.
Kutch district has two large ports which handle 40% of export and import cargo. There exists an adequate supporting infrastructure for custom handling and clearance services, warehouses, logistics etc. A proper strategy of promotion can attract many branded players in this area.
Kutch has also emerged as a national hub for edible oil industry. All major players have their presence in this region, which has the potential to become the biggest location for edible oil refining and manufacturing, the release added.
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