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AWARENESS SESSION ONBUSINESS FIRST Harpreet, there are a few corrections in the bulletin. PORTAL OF GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB 1. first page first left column where you print the names of the office An Awareness Workshop was organised by MIA in beareres. The number of Office Bearers is 10. The list is attached. association with Department of Industries & Commerce and Policy Implementation Unit, Please change the same. Government of Punjab on the subject “Business First 2. Advertisements on centre page ( LIC and Ess Pee Quality Portal”. Products) there is a difference in the size of both the advertisements. The program was held under the Chairmanship of Should be the same. Er.D.P.S.Kharbanda, IAS, Director, Industries & 3. Advertisements on Page 7 (Please reduce their size similar to size Commerce, Punjab accompanied by team from Policy Implementation Unit, Govt. of Punjab, KPMG of advertisement of Ess Pee Quality Products . The advertisement is Labour Reforms: representatives and Industrial Advisor, Government of so much above the page whereas the other ones are upto to the Punjab at MIA Bhawan on 7th February, 2019. o Validity of Factories license & renewals bottom of page). Should be similar to Ess Pee Quality Products size extended to 10 years or more S h r i Yo g e s h S a ga r, P re s i d e nt we l c o m e d and placement. Er.D.P.S.Kharbanda,IAS, Director I&C, Govt. of Punjab to o Same day registration under Shops and MIA. Shri Sagar apprised the members that work on Establishment Act without inspection, 4. Font of matter on Page 5 is different from Page 4. Should be issues related to the industries is being taken up for No renewals required same. review at regular intervals under the able guidance of o Online single integrated return under 12 5.Page 6 (Wales as an Investment Destination) heading should be Er.Kharbanda. The industrial fraternity is hopeful that Labour Acts bold. In the middle of the left column there is a list of issues which many issues which were lying pending for a long time o Single Joint Inspections by Factories & should be in bullets and justified. Again two types of font for same will be resolved now. Labour wings, restricted to Checklist A presentation on Highlights of IBDP (Industrial & story. Please correct it. Business Development Policy 2017) was shared with o Third party certification for boilers by 6. Page 6 (Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme ) - entire matter the members by the Policy Implementation Unit Team. Boiler Operation Engineer (BoE) should be in a box. A presentation on Business First Portal was shared with Environment/ Pollution Control 7.Page 7 please remove advertisement of Amrit Estate and keep the members by Er.DPS Kharbanda, IAS, Director, I&C o White category industries, exempted Punjab. The Director emphasised that Regulatory only Asha builders advt. Clearances of all other departments would be from taking clearances from PPCB On this page on the left column points under Agenda & Discussion - integrated in the portal for Ease of Doing Business. notified please put bullets and no gap. The key strategic areas covered in the Industrial & o CTO to be granted for a period of 5 years, 8. Page 7 column two Newscutting and heading - MIA member Business Development Policy 2017 are: Infrastructure, 10 years for Green category participated in MACHMA - please put in a box. Power, MSME, Startup & Entrepreneurship, Skill o Auto-renewal of CTO allowed based on 9. Page 8 right column heading : Metalshape Industries Pvt Ltd. Development, Ease of Doing Business, Fiscal & Non s e l f - c e r t i f i c a t i o n / t h i r d p a r t y Fiscal Incentives and Policy Implementation. Key certification. participated in INT-EXT EXPO Chandigarh. It was a four day event Reforms in various Government departments were also shared by held at Parade Ground from 2-5 February, 2019. the Director I&C. Construction Permits o Comprehensive uniform building code/ by-laws o Online single window system for granting construction permits o Auto DCR for auto scrutiny of Building Plans o Timelines mandated for faster clearances o Building approval - 30 days o Plinth level inspection - within 7 days o Completion/occupancy certificate - within 8 days o Single, joint site inspection by all concerned authorities for granting construction permits o Grant of approval to Low Risk buildings based on third party certification of structural design and architectural drawings

Utility Permits ELECTRICITY o Online Electricity Connection with only 2 documents required o Monthly data regarding total duration and frequency of power outages published online o Planned outages (maintenance and load shedding) being published in advance o Charged electrical connections along with Chief Electrical Inspector General (CEIG) approval to be provided in 7 / 15 days (basis RoW) in Industrial Areas WATER o Online Payment of Water bills Information on water tariffs made available online Property Registration o Auto generation of appointment date & time, Deeds to be registered on the same day o Model deed templates published online o Land Allotment o Mutation integrated with registration process without need o Sanction of Incentives for separate application o Registration/Renewal of Boiler and Approval/Renewal of o Searchable Property Tax Payments Boiler erector Inspections o Registration of Firms & Societies o Central Inspection System for synchronized/ joint o Profession Tax Registration & returns inspections by Labour, PPCB & Boilers o Well-defined inspection procedures & checklists published o Computerized risk assessment for identifying establishments o Online submission of inspection report within 48 hours o Computerized allocation of inspectors o Inspections to be limited to checklists

Online Systems for o Obtaining Trade Licenses o Property Registration o Land Transaction Deeds, Record of Rights, Revenue Court Cases o Land bank in Public Domain 2.GIS based Systems 3.(i) Cadastral Maps of rural areas (ii) .Plots available in Industrial Areas displaying Prevailing land rates, Connectivity infrastructure, Utility and other infrastructure

Business First Portal: Salient Features o Common Application Form (CAF) o Incentive Common Application Form (iCAF) o Capital Subsidy to IT/ESDM units o Online Payment Gateway o Incentive for technology/finance / marketing to MSMEs o Online Backend Processing o Employment generation subsidy to Anchor Units o Real time status/alerts through SMS & Email o Migration of FIIP 2013 to 2017 Policy o Time Bound Digital Approvals o Exemption from CLU/EDC o QR Code based verifiable Approvals o Exemption from Property Tax o Smart Dashboards o Incentives to sick units o Grievance Redressal Mechanism o Reimbursement of various taxes on food processing units. o Feedback Entry & Publishing Mechanism o The Policy Implementation Unit Team / NIC Team also gave their inputs about the portal and the manner in which the portal will be working. One stop portal: www.pbindustries.gov.in There is a common application form (CAF) available for Investors, To add new business click on Add Project and continue. A presentation on User Feedback, Ease of Doing Business (EODB) was iPIN is a unique identification no. for a project. All Clearances/ given by KPMG. Approvals will be issued with respect to iPIN only. A presentation on Cluster & Zero Effect Zero Defect (ZED) Scheme was All regulatory clearances are available on one dashboard. shared by the Industrial Advisor, Government of Punjab Shri S.M. Goel. A presentation on Punjab Skill Development Mission & Ghar Ghar Rozgar by was given of PSDM & Department of Employment Fiscal Incentives under the Portal Generation Punjab. Fiscal incentives for existing units is at par with the new units. The program was extremely beneficial for all the participants. The o Exemption/Reimbursement of Stamp Duty members lauded the efforts of the Department of Industries & o Exemption of Electricity Duty Commerce Punjab. o Reimbursement of SGST Incentive INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS(IPR) PROGRAM HELD ON 26TH MARCH,2019 MSME- Development Institute Ludhiana in association with CIPAM will hold an Awareness Programme on Intellectual Property rights (IPR) on 26.02.2019 at Seminar Hall, Mohali Industries Association, Mohali MIA Bhawan, Sahibzada Ajit Singh (SAS) Nagar. Management of Intellectual Property is the key to business development as intellectual asset creation is becoming more important than physical assets in industries. The main objective of the program was to promote awareness in the area of Intellectual Property Rights(IPRs) in the Indian Industry viz. Small, Medium and Large Enterprises. This IPR awareness Program was being organized under the Procurement & Marketing Support (PMS) Scheme of Government of India. IPR experts from CIPAM began the session. CIPAM (Cell for IPR Promotion and Management) are a professional body created under the aegis of DIPP (Department of Industrial Policy& Promotion), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India to implement the objectives of the National IPR policy of 2016. Shri. R. K. Parmar, Assistant Director, Metallurgy, MSME-DI, Shri Yogesh Sagar, President welcomed Dr. Abhinandan Bassi, Ludhiana was present during this session along with faculty from Assistant Professor of Law & Nodal Officer (IPR Club), Rajiv Gandhi CIPAM, New Delhi. National University of Law, Patiala to MIA. Shri B.S.Anand, Former President welcomed all members and Dr.Bassi took an extensive session on Copyright. She explained by guests to the IPR Session. Shri Anand informed that MSME Development Institute has organised this session for members of the Mohali High Tech Metal Cluster for Sanitary Bath Fittings, members of Mohali Industries Association and SMEs of Mohali and Chandigarh. Ms.Tayna Majithia –AM,CIPAM read out the Keynote Address and overview of IPR and its relevance to MSMEs. Dr. Balwinder Sooch, Assisstant Professor, Registered Patent Attorney & Nodal Officer IPR Cell at Punjabi University Patiala took the first session on Patents, Difference Between Inventions and Discovery, exceptions of Inventions that cannot be patented, Benefits of Patents and Trade Secrets. Copyright is relevant to MSME, what can and cannot be copyrighted, Registration procedure for Copyright and some case studies.

Dr.Arvind Viswanathan, CEO, Pitch Scientific, Mohali gave a presentation on Trademarks, why are trademarks relevant for MSME, Creating or selecting a trademark, Conducting Trademark searches, registration procedure and examples of Trademarks.

A trademark, trade mark, or trade-mark is a recognizable sign, design, or expression which identifies products or services of a particular source from those of others, although trademarks used to identify services are usually called service marks.

Geographical Indications and why they are relevant, Industrial Design, reasons for protection under IP laws, Procedure for protection of designs were also discussed.

A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. In order to function as a GI, a sign must identify a product as originating in a given place. In addition, the qualities, characteristics or reputation of the product should be essentially due to the place of origin. Since the qualities depend on the geographical place of production, there is a clear link between the product and its original place of production.

The program was very informative. "WALES AS AN INVESTMENT DESTINATION" session organised by British Deputy High Commission on 25.2.2019

A high-level delegation from Wales visited India in February 2019 and the delegates were in Chandigarh on 25th February 2019.

There has been an increasing interest amongst Indian companies particularly in the Advanced Material and Manufacturing space including Aerospace and Automotive sectors to enhance their portfolio of offerings with innovation driven products and solutions. In doing so, they are capitalizing the advantages that certain overseas markets offer, particularly to an ecosystem that boost innovation.

Industrial property costs and prime office rental prices in Wales are very competitive and significantly lower than average London rates. celebrations at the residence of British Deputy High Commissioner in Salaries paid in Wales are also significantly lower when compared to Chandigarh. The British Deputy High Commissioner, Andrew Ayre, London and most of the other regions of the UK along with the Welsh Government hosted a celebratory drinks and dinner. Some of the world's biggest and innovative companies with operations This event was attended by President Shri Yogesh Sagar, Former in Wales in the Aerospace & Defence and Automotive sector includes President Shri Sanjeev Vashisht, Shri Ramesh Chawla, Vice President, Airbus, Dow Corning, GE, Ford Meritor, Raytheon Toyota, Aston Martin, Shri Jagdeep Singh Joint Secretary, Shri Iqbal Singh Joint Secretary, Shri Riversimple and many more. Jaswinder Singh and members of MIA.

A meeting was organised by the High Commission at Hotel Taj, CREDIT LINKED CAPITAL SUBSIDY SCHEME Chandigarh to cover practical issues such as: The Central Government will continue the “Credit Linked Capital ICT and Fintech landscape in Wales Subsidy and Technology Upgradation Scheme”for micro, small and Wales as a strategic location for companies looking to expand in U.K medium enterprises (MSMEs) beyond the 12th Plan period for three Wales - a cost competitive location vis-à-vis Europe years from 2017-18 to 2019-20. Incentives offered by the Welsh government The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the continuation of the scheme with a total outlay of Rs.2,900 crore, Members of Mohali Industries Association attended this Meanwhile, lists of beneficiaries of CLCSS Scheme through 12 banks, knowledgeable session. year wise details are available at www.dcmsme.gov.in In addition to the 'Wales as an Investment Destination' discussion, /Schemes/Credit_Link_Scheme members were also invited to the Welsh National Day (St. David's Day) Meeting to form Special Purpose Vehicle for V has to be included in the SPV then they want Phase IV to be maintenance of Indl Area Phase VII, VIII & VIIIB. included as well so that they areable to collect taxes from them. Phase IV and V are almost merged together Stakeholder Consultation Meeting for IID Scheme was held at MIA Bhawan on 14th February, 2019. Phase I, II, III, VI can be included if others go well. The objective was to hold a meeting regarding SPV formation One SPV would be formed for IV, V, VII, VIII, VIIIA, VIIIB under the Punjab Common Infrastructure (Regulation & The next SPV would be for IX old and IX expansion Maintenance) Bill 2012 at the respective Focal Points across. They explained the association members the importance of PSIEC official told the association members that they will discuss forming SPV for operation and maintenance of the focal point. the problems raised by the association members with their The meeting took place between the plot holders of Mohali management and revert back soon. Focal point (Industry representatives), officials of PSIEC & DIC and Grant Thornton India LLP, Consultant appointed by PSIEC to discuss. Agenda & discussion during the meeting: MIA members participated in Machine Tools Introduction of SPV as per Punjab Common Infrastructure Automation and Engineering Technology (MACHMA (Regulation & Maintenance) Bill 2012 Expo) held in Jalandhar Formation procedure of SPV Fund Collection and Allocation process after SPV formation Introduction about IID scheme Introduction of GT and their engagement with PSIEC Points of discussion President Shri Yogesh Sagar commenced the meeting by welcoming the officials and association members and Grant Thornton representative. XEN from PSIEC briefed attendees of the meeting about the agenda. Ms. Riva Agarwal from Grant Thornton explained about Punjab Common Infrastructure (Regulation & Maintenance) Bill 2012 - SPV formation, By-laws of the Act, IID Project Grant Breakup structure, etc. to the officials. Practical functionality of SPV and how it would benefit the individual unit holders at the respective Focal point. Representative of GT explained about the formation of SPV in Ludhiana Phase IV and how it has been running successfully. Also shared the Municipal Corporation Certificate for Ludhiana Phase IV with the Focal point members to show how the SPV would function post being notified and registered. They were explained how the 20% share which has to be contributed by them can be collected in the form of collecting property tax, other dues, water and sewerage charges, disposal charges, etc. The association members raised the following queries:If Phase START UP INDIA PUNJAB YATRACONCLUDED ON 6TH Metalshape Industries Pvt Ltd. participated in INT-EXT FEBRUARY, 2019 AT ISB MOHALI EXPO Chandigarh. It was a four day event held at The Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, Startup Parade Ground from 2-5 February, 2019. India, The Government of Punjab and Department of Industries & Commerce have committed to create a world class technology start-up ecosystem by fostering entrepreneurship and a culture of innovation which contributes to increased knowledge, wealth and employment in our society. Through the Innovation and incentive scheme for Start-ups, the government intends to create an ecosystem that produces an entrepreneur in every family of the state. The Government of India had organizedStartup India Punjab Yatra from 16.01.19 to 06.02.19. The aim of this yatra MEETINGS ATTENDED was to spread awareness about Start-up Ecosystem and 17.02.2019: Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of PLAKSHA scout aspiring and grass root entrepreneurs, especially in University by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Punjab Capt. Amarinder Tier II/III cities. Singh at IT City Mohali was attended by President Shri Yogesh During this Yatra, Van Stops and Boot Camps were setup in Sagar, Former President Shri Sanjeev Vashisht, Shri Jagdeep Singh the different cities at various institutes in Punjab. Joint Secretary and Shri Dilpreet Singh Boparai. The concluding program was held at ISB Campus Mohali on 28.02.219: SVEEP - SYSTEMATIC VOTER EDUCATION AND 6th February, 2019. Chief Minister Punjab, Capt. Amarinder ELECTORAL PARTICIPATION session was organised by the Office of Singh graced the occasion. Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab at their office in Chandigarh. The program was attended by Shri Yogesh Sagar, President, The Chief Electoral Officer and Additional Chief Electoral Officer Shri Sanjeev Vashisht, Former President, Shri NavneetBrar Punjab informed the voting process to the participants present. of INA Brains, Shri VikramR.Singh of Antier Solutions, Shri They also gave a demonstration of the EVM-PPVAT system to the Amarinder SIngh Kang, Shri Rahul Sharma and Mr.Shazil of members. Infobys Technologies Pvt Ltd. The program was attended by Shri Jagdeep SIngh, Joint Secretary and Shri Iqbal SIngh, Joint Secretary.