New Delhi, Nov 22 (KNN) Focusing on the challenges faced by the manufacturing sector in India, the International Labour Office (ILO) is organizing a workshop on the theme  - Promoting the Manufacturing Sector as a Driver of Inclusive Growth and Job Creation in India.

The event to be held on November-25 will focus on the situation and challenges facing the Indian manufacturing sector.

“Though it is generally believed that the manufacturing sector must play an integral role in promoting a more inclusive growth path in India, the future trajectory for this sector remains uncertain.

“…manufacturing in India is impacted by a range of factors and constraints, including land acquisition, infrastructure, supply of skilled workers, and the myriad of laws that exist, including labour laws,” said a notification.

The main objective of the workshop is to address the challenges facing manufacturing enterprises in India through the presentation of recent ILO studies on the manufacturing sector.

Focus will also be given to a range of factors, not only limited to the narrow purview of labour laws and informality, but also the broader issues of productivity and competitiveness, employment and skills development. The meeting will also identify policy and research recommendations.

The workshop will consist of participants from the Government of India - Ministry of Labour and Employment, Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of MSME, Ministry of Finance, Planning Commission, industry representatives, employer organizations and trade unions, academics and other international organizations. (KNN/SD)