Industrial units in Delhi have received a major relief. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, in a significant announcement on Tuesday, July 29th, stated that factories operating in recognized industrial areas of the national capital will no longer need to obtain a separate license from the MCD (Municipal Corporation of Delhi) for operation. This facility will be applicable in industrial areas recognized by the Delhi Government or the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (DSIIDC).
This decision has been taken with the aim of strengthening 'Ease of Living' and 'Ease of Doing Business'. The Chief Minister said that this change will make Delhi's industrial policies more business-friendly and will relieve small to large industries from administrative hassles.
MSME Registration and Lease Deed Will Now Suffice
The government has clarified that if a factory possesses an MSME enterprise registration, an allotment letter issued by GNCTD or DSIIDC, or a lease deed, the same documents will now be considered valid as a factory license under Section 416/417 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act (DMC Act). This step will eliminate the need for industrial units to apply for separate licenses repeatedly and will also reduce paperwork.
A Step Towards Transparency and Good Governance
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that this decision will not only bring procedural simplicity but will also ensure administrative transparency and accountability. She stated that this decision will propel Delhi's industrial sector towards self-reliance and will strengthen a facilitation-based governance system.
The government believes that this will not only make it easier to do business but will also increase investor confidence. This initiative is especially relieving for entrepreneurs who have been troubled by the licensing process for a long time.
