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Coimbatore MSMEs Seek BIS Deferment and SAIL Depot Amid Raw Material Price Hikes

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 5
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Micro, small and medium enterprises in Coimbatore are facing severe stress from rising costs of raw materials like steel, copper, and aluminum. The Joint Council of Associations of Coimbatore submitted a memorandum to the Government of India. The council requested the deferment of Bureau of Indian Standards requirements for imported steel until March 2027 and called for the formation of a Price Monitoring Committee.

From thehindu.com

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The sharp increase in raw material prices, with steel rising by approximately ₹8,000-₹10,000 a tonne between August and September, is placing severe stress on local industry operations in Coimbatore. The council also urged the Ministry of Steel to establish a Steel Authority of India Limited depot in Coimbatore to address supply shortages.

From thehindu.com

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  • Steel Authority of India LimitedSpeculative

    Steel Authority of India Limited might see increased demand for its products if a depot is established in Coimbatore.

  • Government of IndiaSpeculative

    The Government of India may need to intervene through policy changes to stabilize market prices and prevent hoarding.

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