CII supports Defence Expo in Goa

The Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) has supported the hosting of Defence Expo in the state, arguing it will give a boost to the image of Goa.
"CII supports Defence Expo in Goa, which is an integral part of the 'Make in India' initiative. Defence Expo has really grown over the years and considered as most important on the calender of such events," CII's Goa Chapter Vice President Shekhar Sardessai told reporters here.
With the participation of more than 850 companies, DefExpo will give a boost to 'Brand Goa', he said.
"Goans should grab the opportunity to host this event and demand manufacturing industry related to Defence be set up in the state," Sardessai said.

CII is the second industrial body after Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry to pledge its support to the event scheduled between March 28 and March 31 at Betul village in the state.
Certain section of people, including Congress and local civil groups are opposing DefExpo, claiming the locals were not taken into confidence before finalising the site.

He said the fear about Defence Expo has been created out of ignorance.
Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar has already assured the event would be a temporary one with no permanent structures built to host it.
The government yesterday began preparations for the event.