Progressive Punjab Summit 2014
Press release by Sukhbir Singh Badal regarding Progressive Punjab 2015 summit.
- (1888PressRelease) January 07, 2016 - 1. The state's textile policy provides incentives such as development of clusters, benefits under TUFS, electricity at reduced rates, and government support in the acquisition of land for textile mills.
2. The average gross state domestic product (GSDP) growth rate for the state of Punjab was about 10.32 per cent between 2004-05 and 2014-15.
3. Under the Urban Infrastructure and Governance (UIG) programme, five additional projects have been sanctioned and are in the transition phase.
4. In the 2015-16 budget, the state government of Punjab has proposed to invest US$ 909.75 million for the improvement of power infrastructure in the state.
5. Punjab provides investment opportunities in sectors such as textiles, agro-based industries, IT & ITeS, automotive and auto components, sports goods and light engineering goods!
6. In the 2015-16 budget, the state government proposed to invest US$ 334.77 million for the development of road infrastructure in the state!
7. The production of barley has increased from 46 thousand metric tonnes to 72 thousand metric tonnes in Punjab!
8. Punjab's road, rail and air transport network, connectivity, construction of bridges and infrastructure facilities are rated among the best!
9. During 2014-15, Punjab accounted for 60% share of wheat and about 35% share of rice procured by the Indian government for food security!
10. Punjab's fertile & productive soil has accorded it the status of 'Granary of India' & the 'Bread Basket of India'!
11. State Tourism Minister Sohan Singh Thandal said that various eco-development activities have been proposed in this project which include development of nature trails, strengthening and development of infrastructure for the purpose of tourism development.
12. Punjab has emerged as a key hub for textile-based industries in the country!
13. Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal recently launched the World Bank funded sanitation project worth Rs 2,200 crore, aimed at improving water and sanitation services in the state.
14. Punjab is titled with the 'best governance practice' award for its "unique citizen-centric initiative to abolish non-statutory affidavits in the state".
15. Punjab was conferred with the Krishi Karman Award for producing more than 10 million tonnes food grain on an annual basis.
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