The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is actively implementing various measures to ensure the continuity of industrial activities, stabilize the supply chain, and support key manufacturing amidst the evolving situation in West Asia. These measures focus on ensuring the availability of fuel and essential inputs, addressing operational challenges, and engaging closely with stakeholders. Stakeholder consultations, including with the Department of Commerce and the Ministry of Power, have been conducted to tackle demand-supply issues in the induction cooktop sector and stabilize supply and prices.
Mandatory energy efficiency and Quality Control Order timelines for induction cooktops have been extended to assist manufacturers facing difficulties in meeting earlier deadlines. Additionally, the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on certain raw materials like polyolefins HDPE, LLDPE, and PPCP has been reduced to zero following inter-ministerial consultations. The allocation of industrial LPG has been increased to 70% of pre-March 2026 consumption to address raw material shortages.
To cater to the needs of various industries, DPIIT has facilitated the supply of essential raw materials. For instance, the paint industry’s raw material requirements have been communicated to ensure a stable supply. Measures such as reducing BCD to zero on critical chemicals like styrene, methanol, and ABS for the paper industry and addressing shortages in the tyre industry by reducing BCD on chemicals and solvents have been taken. Similar steps have been implemented for the glass industry to maintain uninterrupted operations.
In efforts to promote fuel efficiency and reduce oil consumption, temporary extensions for boiler certificates have been granted for power plants and high-capacity boilers. Diversification in fuel usage and the promotion of alternative fuels across industrial sectors are also being encouraged to enhance sustainability and operational efficiency.
