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Major states still not allowing industries to reopen: FIEO to govt

Majority of industrial townships remain in red zones, restricting exports

Health workers wearing protective outfits seen in a street during ongoing COVID-19 lockdown in Kolkata. Photo: PTI
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Health workers wearing protective outfits seen in a street during ongoing COVID-19 lockdown in Kolkata. Photo: PTI

Subhayan Chakraborty New Delhi
Four days after some industrial activity was allowed to restart nationwide, major states such as Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka continue to deny industry permission to reopen, exporters have told the government.
 
In a letter to the commerce department, the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) said these states have not provided the promised relaxation in lockdown from April 20, even in the safe zones. Others are yet to issue standard operating procedures based on which industry will evaluate its preparedness before applying for permission, the FIEO said.
 
The body also pointed out that with the majority of