Industrialists Protest Policy Expiry After Mixed Land Use Rules End
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 8
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What happened
The mixed land use policy, introduced by the Shiromani Akali Dal in 2008, expired on September 30. Small-scale industrialists protested outside the District Industries Centre, demanding either an extension of the policy or official recognition of existing mixed land use areas as industrial zones.
From hindustantimes.com
Why it matters
The policy expiry has left more than 10,000 industrial units operating across 72 areas uncertain about their future. These units, which employ around one lakh workers, warned that the Punjab Pollution Control Board could issue notices to shut down operations since they lack regulatory cover.
From hindustantimes.com
Who's involved
- Shiromani Akali DalThe political party that introduced the mixed land use policy in 2008