Mamata Banerjee voices concern over land encroachment at economic corridors in West Bengal
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Synopsis
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed her distress over the encroachment of land designated for six economic corridors in the state during a meeting of the State-Level Investment Synergy Committee. She emphasized the need for prompt solutions and warned both industrialists and trade unions to act responsibly.
Key Takeaways
- Mamata Banerjee addresses land encroachment issues.
- Focus on developing six economic corridors in West Bengal.
- Importance of timely clearances for industrial projects.
- Trade unions and industrialists urged to act responsibly.
- SLISC established to facilitate investment approvals.
Kolkata, March 3 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, voiced her concern on Monday regarding the issue of land encroachment affecting the six planned economic corridors in the state.
“We are set to develop six economic corridors within the state. The land is prepared for this purpose. However, we have noticed some instances of encroachment on portions of this land. It is essential to find a resolution promptly,” she stated during her address at the inaugural meeting of the State-Level Investment Synergy Committee (SLISC) at the state secretariat, Nabanna.
She instructed the relevant departmental secretaries to ensure that bureaucratic delays do not hinder the approval processes for new and ongoing industrial projects.
“We have already implemented a real-time tracking system. I will request the Chief Secretary to provide timely reports on clearances. We must prioritize the state’s economic development and job creation at all costs. Furthermore, I urge trade unions not to disrupt the industrial sectors for personal gain,” emphasized the Chief Minister.
She also warned industrialists regarding their conduct. “Avoid making payments to anyone in exchange for promises. I advise against large-scale layoffs. It is unjust to dismiss 500 employees at once. Instead, seek solutions through discussions,” the Chief Minister added.
Last month, the state administration announced the establishment of the SLISC as a one-stop solution for clearing investment proposals. According to the notification, there will also be a district-level investment synergy committee in each district.
This initiative is designed to provide a streamlined, single-window interface for approvals, enabling entrepreneurs and investors to obtain necessary clearances without unnecessary delays.
The goal is also to create a single-point interface that centralizes all investment proposals and business-related services.
