Goyal mentioned that about 7,000 small industries models are related with the footwear sector which holds nice significance to the financial system and overseas trade earnings of the nation.
India is the 2nd largest producer of footwear and leather-based garment and may develop into world chief and accounts for almost 3 billion sq. ft of world’s tannery, he added.
He advocated for moral and accountable practices — zero-waste discharge, salt-free tanning, and occupational well being and security interventions.
He mentioned sturdy world branding via roadshows, digital platforms and world joint ventures will assist the sector make a mark globally.
Goyal additionally mentioned that the Centre is working in direction of getting zero-duty entry via Free Commerce Agreements (FTAs) in leather-based items, sportswear and footwear.
He added that each one main manufacturers are dependent for uncooked materials on India.
He urged the trade to arrange a plan in order that Indian manufacturers with excessive worth tasks discover their approach within the world market.
