Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has instructed officials to streamline policies and procedures to expedite the establishment of industries in the state. He highlighted the importance of removing unnecessary laws and regulations to create a more conducive environment for businesses.
A central delegation, led by Ministry of Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik, visited the Secretariat to discuss the Union government’s Deregulation Phase-2 initiative with the Chief Minister and state officials. The discussions centered on expediting industrial approvals, simplifying processes, and reducing regulatory burdens.
Chief Minister Naidu reviewed the progress of Phase-1 and the current status of Phase-2, with officials reporting completion of 23 priority items under Phase-1 and identification of 28 priority areas for Phase-2. He stressed the need for a faster approval process, reduction of complexities, and improvement in efficiency.
Naidu emphasized the elimination of outdated laws, aiming to decrease over 800 existing compliances to below 100 and minimize the number of licenses required for approvals to single digits. He also underscored the importance of public safety and environmental protection while suggesting measures like third-party inspections and online approval processes.
Post Phase-2 implementation, the Chief Minister expects a 40% reduction in the time needed to establish industries and has directed officials to introduce ordinances if necessary for Phase-2 reforms. He plans to decrease the number of approvals required by businesses and simplify processes in various sectors like fire safety, environment, power, tourism, education, and health.
