Smt. Anupriya Patel, Union Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers and Health & Family Welfare, presided as Chief Guest. Addressing the audience, she highlighted the chemicals and petrochemicals sector as the backbone of India’s manufacturing ecosystem, supporting industries from agriculture and pharmaceuticals to textiles and clean energy. The Minister underscored the Government’s Next-Gen Reforms to enhance ease of doing business, global competitiveness, and regulatory efficiency, contributing to India’s vision of Viksit Bharat.
Awards Recognise Excellence and Innovation
The ceremony felicitated 52 awardees across categories that include manufacturing excellence, energy efficiency, innovation, sustainability, safety, and circular economy practices. These awards spotlighted companies and individuals driving technological advancements, environmentally responsible operations, and best practices that strengthen India’s chemical value chain.
Government Initiatives and Policy Support
Highlighting key government measures, the Hon’ble Minister noted initiatives such as GST rationalisation, streamlined compliance, energy and labour reforms, and incentives for research and innovation. These initiatives aim to position India as a global hub for chemicals and petrochemicals, attract investment, and strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities.
Secretary DCPC Stresses Industry Collaboration
Ms. Nivedita Shukla Verma, Secretary, DCPC, as Guest of Honour, emphasised the importance of collaboration between industry and government for building a future-ready chemicals ecosystem. She highlighted the department’s efforts in promoting R&D, ensuring safety standards, advancing sustainability, and facilitating circular economy practices. According to the Secretary, these measures are critical to enhancing global competitiveness and fostering innovation-led growth.
Sectoral Impact and Future Outlook
The awards ceremony showcased India’s robust chemicals and petrochemicals sector, with achievements in innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Industry stakeholders reiterated their commitment to adopting environmentally responsible practices, enhancing energy efficiency, and embracing circular economy principles. With continued policy support and investment facilitation, India is well-positioned to emerge as a global leader in chemicals and petrochemicals.