Environmental engineering needs greater attention, Mr Nath

11 Jan '08

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Shri Kamal Nath, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, has stressed that innovative fuels, environmental engineering, and greater fuel efficiency are some of the issues that would need greater attention from auto companies.

Speaking at the inaugural session of the Auto Expo 2008, the Minister said that India is fortunate to have a high engineering skill level, and it must become a leader in innovation for environmental protection within the tenets of development.

Shri Sontsh Mohan Dev, Minister of Heavy Industry & public Enterprises; Mr. Sunil Bharti Mittal, President, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII); Mr. Sanjay Labroo, President, Automotive component Manufacturers Association (ACMA); Mr. Ravi Kant, President, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM); Mr. Carlo Sinceri, President, International Organisation of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers; and Mr. Rajive Kaul, Chairman, CII Apex Council for Trade Affairs, were spoke on the occasion.

Earlier, India's Own People's Car by Tatas was unveiled in the presence of Shri Kamal Nath.

Shri Kamal Nath has informed the participants that in consultation with the industry associations and experts, Government has already developed the blueprint for the industry through Automotive Mission Plan, which lays down some of the policies that need to be strategised and put into play for promotion of the industry.

The Minister further said: “Increasing integration of the global economy will offer greater opportunities for India in coming years.

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