BARI BRAHMANA, Jun 29: Tarun Singla ON Monday formally assumed charge as the President of the Bari Brahmana Industries Association (BBIA) for the term 2026-28 along with team of Office Bearers of BBIA at a function held at BBIA Bhawan, SIDCO Industrial Complex, Bari Brahmana.
The charge was formally assumed in the presence of industrialists, Arun Gupta, President CCI, Jammu, Jatinder Aul President, SSI Association Digiana, Virendra Jain, President AOI, Gangyal, Gagan Jain, President, SSI Association Birpur, along with their Team of Office Bearers and members of BBIA.
On assuming office, Tarun Singla expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the members of BBIA for reposing their faith and confidence in him and his team. He assured the industrial fraternity that the newly elected team would work with complete dedication, transparency, and commitment for the welfare, protection, and growth of the industrial sector in Jammu & Kashmir.
Addressing the gathering, Singla emphasized that the immediate priority of BBIA would be to vigorously pursue the long-pending issues concerning the industrial sector, particularly the existing industries, which are passing through challenging times.
He stressed that the State Industrial Policy needs immediate review and early implementation to restore confidence among industrial units. He further advocated for the introduction and implementation of key measures including a Warehousing Policy, Freight Subsidy, continuation of Turnover Incentive, and Interest Subvention Scheme for existing industries.
Singla underlined that the survival and sustainability of existing industries is of paramount importance, as these units have significantly contributed towards employment generation, revenue generation, and economic development in Jammu & Kashmir despite numerous challenges over the years.
He stated that there is an urgent need for effective handholding and support for existing industries, and BBIA will act as a strong bridge between the Government and stakeholders to effectively communicate the concerns, challenges, and aspirations of the industrial sector.
Singla further stated that BBIA looks forward to working in close coordination with the Government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and under the dynamic leadership of Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha for the overall development and revival of the industrial ecosystem in the Union Territory.
Expressing confidence in the present administration, Singla said that Jammu & Kashmir is fortunate to have an experienced and proactive team led by Commissioner Secretary, Finance and the Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department, whose vast experience and understanding of industrial issues would help in framing appropriate policies for the existing industrial sector.
He reiterated that BBIA would continue to work collectively with all stakeholders to ensure a vibrant, competitive, and sustainable industrial environment in Jammu & Kashmir.
The function concluded with a vote of thanks followed by a luncheon for members and guests.