Minister tells industries in State to give attention to analysis and growth

Ramesh Dugar, president, HCC, Minister T.R.B. Rajaa, and Vijay Sankar, Chairman, The Sankar Group, on the 79th annual session of Hindustan Chamber of Commerce on Monday. | Photo Credit: S.R. Raghunathan

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Minister for Industries T.R.B. Rajaa informed industries within the State to give attention to analysis and growth (R&D), which the State may be very eager on.

“I went to the Singapore University of Technology and Design. The trade there’s giving downside statements to the scholars to resolve, and likewise paying them $6,000, and children are enjoying with prototypes in all places. That is what we need to see in main schools like Anna University,” he stated, addressing the 79th annual session of The Hindustan Chamber of Commerce (HCC).

“As a authorities, we’re able to get this accomplished. I feel unlocking the minds of children is essential to unlocking the potential of Tamil Nadu’s future. I urge the industries to collaborate with the Government of Tamil Nadu,” he added.

Speaking on the occasion, Vijay Sankar, Chairman, The Sanmar Group, and vice-president, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), stated with the revenue tax price cuts and GST 2.0 reforms, the expectation was that larger spend can be left within the fingers of the general public. This would in the end end in larger demand, larger capability utilisation, and contemporary investments.

He additionally careworn the necessity for progress in manufacturing. “China’s R&D spend right this moment is $400 billion. India’s R&D spend is simply $20 billion. R&D is one among lead indicator of growth, and now we have lengthy technique to go,” Mr. Sankar stated.

Mr. Rajaa inaugurated the digital platform of HCC, and likewise launched its brand as a part of the eightieth yr celebrations.

Ramesh Dugar, Chairman and Managing Director, Dugar Finance and Investments Ltd., was unanimously elected the eightieth president of HCC for the yr 2025-26 on the Annual General Meeting.

T. Praveen Kumar Tatia, president–elect, HCC, additionally spoke.

Published – September 30, 2025 01:20 am IST