{"id":52475,"date":"2025-10-07T14:55:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T09:25:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/punjabenews.com\/English\/?p=52475"},"modified":"2025-10-07T18:57:01","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T13:27:01","slug":"punjabs-right-to-business-act-transforms-industrial-landscape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/punjabenews.com\/English\/latest\/punjabs-right-to-business-act-transforms-industrial-landscape\/","title":{"rendered":"Punjab\u2019s \u2018Right to Business Act\u2019 Transforms Industrial Landscape"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">A Major Step Towards Making Small Industries Self-Reliant<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Punjab E News (Pawan Dhupar):<\/span>\u00a0 \u201cThe Punjab Right to Business Act, 2020 was introduced at a time when small industries in the state were facing numerous obstacles in starting new units. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann\u2019s vision was that if Punjab was to become an investment hub, it was first necessary to provide convenience and confidence to small entrepreneurs. This law was born from this very thought, and has now become the backbone of Punjab\u2019s industrial revolution. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has made revolutionary reforms in the state\u2019s industrial sector. Among these, the most significant step is the \u2018Punjab Right to Business Act\u2019, which aims to facilitate Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in starting businesses. Where previously dozens of departmental approvals were required to set up a small industry, the government has now eliminated this entire hassle through a single system \u2014 the \u2018Self Declaration Model\u2019. This model is entirely based on trust and transparency.<\/p>\n<p>Under this policy, any entrepreneur can now start their industry by simply submitting a \u2018Declaration of Intent\u2019 (announcement to start business) online. Based on this declaration, the government immediately issues a \u2018Certificate of In-Principle Approval\u2019, after which the entrepreneur can begin construction or operation of their unit without waiting for any departmental permission. This policy is nothing short of a boon for those small businesspersons who previously had to waste months in government formalities. Now starting a business in Punjab means \u2014 \u2018work first, paperwork later\u2019. The entire process is now completely online \u2014 every step from application to certificate issuance is done through the Invest Punjab portal. This has almost eliminated the possibility of corruption and delays. This technology-based system has become an example of honest governance for small entrepreneurs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Under this Act, industries are given a three-year grace period. During this time, entrepreneurs don\u2019t need factory licenses, environmental clearances, labor department approvals or other state-level permissions. Unless there\u2019s a serious complaint, no department can conduct inspections. This arrangement has given small businesses the confidence to start production or trade without hesitation. After three years, when their business stabilizes, they can obtain all necessary permits and certificates. This is a \u2018trust-based development\u2019 model that creates a positive relationship between administration and traders.<\/p>\n<p>To implement this policy, the government has established a \u2018District Bureau of Enterprise (DBE)\u2019 in every district. This bureau not only provides documentary assistance but also acts immediately on new investment proposals. This not only saves time but has also increased transparency in government functioning. This bureau operates under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner and provides entrepreneurs with all facilities at one place \u2014 application, document verification, certificate issuance and grievance redressal. Where previously entrepreneurs had to make rounds of 8-10 departments, now everything is settled in a single office. This step demonstrates the Punjab government\u2019s seriousness towards administrative transparency and Ease of Doing Business.<\/p>\n<p>This scheme has given new energy to thousands of small entrepreneurs in Punjab. According to government figures, hundreds of new industries have started operations under this policy so far, providing employment to over 4,000 youth and attracting investments of more than Rs 400 crore. Punjab\u2019s cities \u2014 Ludhiana, Mohali, Amritsar and Jalandhar \u2014 have witnessed renewed energy in the industrial sector. Entrepreneurs say that where files used to remain stuck in departments for months, the same work is now completed in just a few days. Punjab\u2019s industrial environment has now become simpler, safer and more investment-friendly.<\/p>\n<p>Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has repeatedly stated that \u201cthe government trusts its people. Punjab\u2019s entrepreneurs are honest and if they are given convenience and confidence, they can take the state\u2019s economy to new heights.\u201d It is this very thinking that is transforming Punjab into one of the country\u2019s most attractive states for industries. The Right to Business Act is a perfect example of this \u2014 where the government treats the public not as a burden, but as partners. This policy has also opened new avenues for women in Punjab\u2019s rural areas. Many women entrepreneurs are now starting their small industries such as food processing, handloom and handicraft units without any hassle. The Mann government is determined to make women and youth leaders in the industrial sector.<\/p>\n<p>Today, the \u2018Right to Business Act\u2019 has given new hope, new confidence and new direction to Punjab\u2019s small businesspersons and industrialists. This is not just a law, but an administrative revolution that has opened paths for honest entrepreneurs. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann\u2019s initiative proves that when a government works on trust and transparency, the pace of development cannot be stopped. This law is realizing the dream of \u2018Rangla Punjab\u2019, where every citizen can be self-reliant and proudly say \u2014<br \/>\n\u201cStarting a business is no longer difficult, but easy and a matter of pride.\u201c<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Major Step Towards Making Small Industries Self-Reliant Punjab E News (Pawan Dhupar):\u00a0 \u201cThe Punjab Right to Business Act, 2020 was introduced at a time when small industries in the state were facing numerous obstacles in starting new units. 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