The district administration will establish a separate cell in the District Collector’s office to promptly resolve entrepreneurs’ issues and create an industry-friendly environment, District Collector Jalaj Sharma announced on Thursday. He made the announcement while speaking at the District Industry-Friendly Committee meeting held at Nima House.
Also present at the meeting were Zilla Parishad CEO Omkar Pawar, District Superintendent of Police Balasaheb Patil, MIDC Regional Officer Deepak Patil, MSEDCL Deputy Chief General Manager Sundar Latpate, Nima Chairman Ashish Nahar, and District Industry Centre’s Chakor, among others.
### Cell to Fast-Track Permits
During the meeting, Sharma reviewed actions taken by various departments on issues raised in previous meetings and addressed entrepreneurs’ concerns. He emphasized that the administration would prioritize resolving industry-related problems in Nashik city and district at the earliest.
“To reduce the time required for obtaining permits for industries, a separate cell will be set up in the District Collector’s office,” Sharma said. He added that the administration would also follow up on some industry-related issues pending at the state level.
In addition, similar to sector-specific allocations in the District Planning Fund, efforts would be made to ensure earmarked allocations at the state level as well.
### Infrastructure and Development Focus
Sharma urged industrial associations to coordinate with authorities regarding the works being undertaken for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela. He instructed agencies to prioritize repairing roads under the National Highways Authority and Public Works Department.
He also called for resolving electricity-related issues in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) areas and directed steps to establish a separate electricity supply station to support industrial growth.
Furthermore, MIDC was instructed to actively follow up on industry-related matters pending at the state level and maintain coordination with industry associations.
For rural areas without MIDC or cooperative settlements, Sharma promised the provision of essential facilities such as roads, lighting, solid waste management, and water supply. To ensure delivery, a joint meeting of MIDC, the Zilla Parishad, and municipal bodies will be held.
### Security Measures for Diwali
Superintendent of Police Balasaheb Patil instructed industries to ensure that CCTV cameras are functional ahead of Diwali. The police will conduct inspections and install cameras at identified black spots.
Additionally, a database of security personnel working in industries will be shared with patrol staff to improve coordination and enhance security planning during the festive season.
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