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ADCCI Submits Strategic Memorandum to Make Amritsar an Export & Logistics Hub of North India
ADCCI presented a four-point plan on exports, logistics, industrial infrastructure and MSME growth for Amritsar and the border belt to National Traders' Welfare Board Chairman Sunil J. Singhvi.
Amritsar, October 1, 2026: A delegation of the Amritsar District Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ADCCI), led by President Saurabh Kapoor and Honorary General Secretary Vikas Sarpal, held a high-level meeting with Sunil J. Singhvi, Chairman of the National Traders' Welfare Board. The delegation presented a detailed strategic memorandum on the ground-level challenges facing industry in Amritsar and the border belt, its export potential, and the steps needed to speed up overall economic growth in the region. Saurabh Kapoor and Vikas Sarpal told the Chairman that, because of its location next to the international border, Amritsar's industry has faced geographic, logistical and policy challenges for decades. They stressed that building a strong industrial base in the border region matters for more than the economy alone. It is essential for lasting peace, job creation and local opportunities for young people, as well as for national security and regional stability. If these practical, time-bound suggestions are implemented, Amritsar can emerge as a major manufacturing, investment and export centre for the whole of North India. The memorandum set out four key priorities: Develop Amritsar as a dedicated Export & Logistics Hub: Use Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, the road and rail network, and the city's proximity to the border to establish Amritsar as North India's leading export gateway. Strengthen cargo handling, warehousing, cold chain, container depots and other logistics facilities. Modernise industrial infrastructure and create new industrial zones: Upgrade existing focal points and industrial areas with proper roads, drainage, uninterrupted power supply, waste management, street lighting and modern fire-fighting systems. Identify land for new industrial parks with ready-to-use, plug-and-play facilities to attract MSMEs and large investments. Integrated Export Facilitation Centre and export clusters: Set up a common facilitation centre in Amritsar where MSMEs can access DGFT services, customs clearance, international packaging, quality standards and global market linkages under one roof. Create special export clusters for the city's traditional and emerging sectors: textiles, handicrafts, food processing, engineering goods, and furniture & home décor. Industry–government coordination and grievance redressal: Introduce a transparent, accountable grievance-tracking system for the quick resolution of policy, administrative and infrastructure issues faced by industry. Launch industry-driven skilling programmes based on the real technical and manpower needs of local units, so that young people get industry-ready jobs and businesses get skilled workers. Chairman Sunil J. Singhvi appreciated ADCCI's vision and assured the delegation that positive and concrete steps would be taken on these points for the economic revival of the border region and to strengthen Amritsar's industries. In the media: The memorandum was widely covered by regional newspapers, including Dainik Bhaskar (Amritsar Bhaskar), Dainik Jagran, Dainik Uttam Hindu and Dainik Savera Times. Newspaper clippings are available in the gallery below.
ADCCI’s First Executive Meeting: Building a Strong Platform for Amritsar’s Business Community
ADCCI held its first Executive Committee meeting in Amritsar, setting out its priorities for membership growth, MSME development, exports, skill development and stronger engagement with government.
Amritsar, September 13, 2026: The Amritsar District Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ADCCI) held its first Executive Committee meeting at a hotel in Amritsar. The meeting marked an important step towards building a strong, progressive and effective platform for the city’s industrial, trade and business community.Chaired by President Saurabh Kapoor and General Secretary Vikas Sarpal, the meeting brought together committee members and industry representatives to discuss the Chamber’s future direction, priorities, working methods and projects.Members agreed that ADCCI will not simply raise problems. It will work as a dynamic, results-oriented, representative and solution-focused organization that contributes to the overall growth of industry, trade and commerce in Amritsar.Key decisions and focus areasMembership: Launch a drive to bring industrialists, manufacturers, exporters, traders, entrepreneurs, professionals and MSMEs into the Chamber.Ease of doing business: Work on banking, taxation and technical reforms to make business easier.Policy engagement: Study government policies, notifications and proposed changes affecting industry, and send suggestions to the departments concerned.Support for new entrepreneurs: Help new entrepreneurs access information on government schemes and subsidies, and run awareness programs for them.Exports and global trade: Organize buyer-seller meets and programs with foreign delegations.Youth and skills: Work with educational institutions on seminars, workshops, industry interaction and internships to prepare young people for industry.Infrastructure: Raise issues such as roads, electricity, water and drainage in industrial areas.Networking: Hold regular meetings to connect businesses across sectors and create new business opportunities.Compliance: Work with the government, backed by facts, to resolve difficulties with labour laws, licenses and approvals.Transparency: Ensure the participation of all members and assign responsibilities based on each member’s ability and experience.The meeting concluded with a resolve to turn these ideas into concrete projects and programs as soon as possible, and to establish ADCCI as a strong, respected and influential voice for Amritsar’s industrial and business community.Present at the meeting: Saurabh Kapoor (President), Vikas Sarpal (General Secretary), Sahil Mahajan (Treasurer), Priyanka Goyal (Executive Member), Pulkit Arora, Gaurav Gupta, Sunny Sarpal, Hardeep Singh, Tajinder Singh, Vikram, Rinku and others.