CICU hosts plantation drive at Focal Point

Ludhiana, July 12

The Chamber of Industrial and Commercial Undertakings (CICU) today hosted a plantation drive at its Focal Point complex, emphasising the importance of environmental sustainability and green initiatives. Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora was the chief guest. MLA Hardeep Singh Mundian and MLA Daljit Singh Grewal (Bhola) also joined the event.

The plantation drive saw enthusiastic participation from over 20 industrialists, who were recognised for their contributions to the ‘Green Ludhiana, Clean Ludhiana’ initiative. The dignitaries, including MP Arora, planted saplings at the CICU complex, symbolising their commitment to a greener future.

The event also provided a platform for CICU members to engage in a constructive dialogue with MP Arora, highlighting the challenges they faced. CICU President Upkar Singh Ahuja presented a comprehensive overview of the issues, including the plight of dying industries, equitable mortgage issue, building plan approvals for MSMEs, the lack of freight subsidies and the competitive pressures from neighboring states.

Arora assured them of his support. He acknowledged the importance of the Halwara airport project and expressed his willingness to explore ways to upgrade the R&D Centre to benefit the industrial community.