New Delhi, being the focal point of the ‘Global Chemicals and Petrochemicals Manufacturing Hubs in India’ Summit, witnessed a compelling address by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. In her speech, she highlighted the paramount importance of sustainability and circularity in the chemicals and petrochemicals industry.
The theme of the summit, ‘Sustainability and Circularity,’ resonated with Finance Minister Sitharaman’s vision for responsible and environmentally conscious development. Addressing the audience, she emphasized the need for sustainable practices in the chemical and petrochemical sectors to mitigate the impact on the environment and ensure a greener future.
Among the distinguished guests present at the event were Bhagwanth Khuba, Hon’ble Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers, and New and Renewable Energy, and Shri Pratap Keshari Deb, Minister of Industries, MSME, and Energy, representing the Government of Odisha. Additionally, Subhrakant Panda, the President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), also graced the occasion.
The summit served as a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to engage in discussions on various aspects of sustainability and circularity in the chemicals and petrochemicals manufacturing sectors. As the chemicals and petrochemical industries play a vital role in the country’s economic growth, aligning their practices with sustainability principles becomes imperative for long-term prosperity.
