Surat, March 29 (NationPress) A comprehensive review led by Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi took place in Surat on Sunday, focusing on gas supply, worker welfare, and industrial operations in South Gujarat. This initiative aims to sustain stability amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia.

The session, convened at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICC), included representatives from industrial groups in Surat, Ankleshwar, Vapi, and Bharuch, alongside senior state officials.

Key topics of discussion involved gas availability, continuity of production, and provisions for workers in critical industrial regions.

Sanghavi confirmed that the state has adequate supplies of essential goods, including gas, petrol, and diesel, with distribution aligned with central government directives.

"Officials from Gujarat Gas Company have been directed to accelerate the installation of piped natural gas connections in areas where the necessary infrastructure is available and to extend connections to sites near main pipeline networks," he stated.

District Supply Officer Darshan Shah shared insights regarding LPG supply to households, schools, hospitals, and industries.

During the meeting, representatives from various sectors raised their concerns.

Post-discussion, Sanghavi noted that industrial organizations in South Gujarat have established community kitchens to ensure workers receive meals and are not distressed by misinformation.

"Industries in Pandesara, Vapi, Ankleshwar, and Dahej have also implemented arrangements for workers’ accommodation and meals. We have ensured that five-kilogram gas cylinders are readily available for workers," he elaborated.

He advised the public against trusting or spreading unverified information on social media, warning of legal action against those disseminating misleading content.

Additionally, he announced the formation of dedicated teams in each district to combat black marketing, emphasizing strict measures against illegal trading of gas cylinders, petrol, diesel, or other essential items.

Officials reported that 118 community kitchens are currently operational in Surat and its vicinity to assist workers.

Industry representatives expressed that the meeting served as a valuable platform to address operational challenges.

Nikhil Madrasi, president of the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry, remarked, "Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and other Gujarat officials reviewed the entire landscape today. They inspected industries to confirm that production remains uninterrupted. In cases of gas supply issues, alternative arrangements were evaluated."

Ashok Jirawala from the All Gujarat Textile Federation stated, "To tackle the challenges, the Deputy Chief Minister convened a meeting with everyone, including officials from South Gujarat. Representatives from pharmaceutical, chemical, textile, and all industries impacted by the crisis were invited to share solutions and discuss their concerns."

Officials confirmed that collaboration between the state government and industry groups continues to ensure stable supply chains and uninterrupted industrial activity.