An Act to provide for facilitating the promotion and development and enhancing the competitiveness of micro, small and medium enterprises and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
WHEREAS a declaration as to expendiency of control of certain industries by the Union was made under section 2 of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951;
AND WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for facilitating the promotion and development and enhancing the competitiveness of micro, small and medium enterprises and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
This Act may be called the Industries (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 1984. It shall be deemed to have come into force on the 12th day of January, 1984.
As per amendment to Mumbai Tenancy and Agriculture Land Act 1948 (Amendment 1994 & 2005) Section 63(I)(A), powers to grant permission to purchase agricultural land above 10 hectares for Bonafide Industrial Use have been vested with Development Commissioner (Industries).
An Act to make temporary provisions for industrial relations and other matters to enable the State Government 4[to conduct, or to provide loan, guarantee or financial assistance for the conduct of, certain industrial undertakings as a measure of preventing unemployment or of unemployment relief.
WHEREAS it is expedient to make temporary provisions for industrial relations and other matters to enable State Government [to conduct, or to provide loan, guarantee or financial assistance for the conduct of certain industrial undertakings as a measure of preventing unemployment or of unemployment relief.
The objectives of the LoI / Registrations to IT/ITES Parks and Units - 2015 are as follows:
In line with the policy objectives, the government has set the following targets for the policy period:
Size:548 KbSize:571 KbSize:424 KbSize:482 KbSize:520 KbSize:788 KbSize:1.0 MbSize:428 KbSize:1.16 MbSize:592 KbSize:1.16 MbSize:607 KbSize:2.04 MbSize: 56 KbThe Government of Maharashtra announced its 1st LoI / Registrations to IT/ITES Parks and Units Policy in 1998. It was followed by the LoI / Registrations to IT/ITES Parks and Units-2003 and LoI / Registrations to IT/ITES Parks and Units-2009 to generate employment, increase efficiency and to improve the quality of life.
Based on the experience gained while implementing the earlier policies and based on the recent developments in IT/ITES sector an urgent need was felt to formulate a new policy to keep pace with the global developments and give a fillip to the IT/ITES industry in the State.
For preparing this policy document several rounds of discussion were held with various stakeholders. Based on the outcome of these discussions and based on the experience of the department in implementing earlier IT/ITES policies, a new LoI / Registrations to IT/ITES Parks and Units-2015 has been framed.
“Maharashtra - a globally competitive Information Technology / Information Technology Enabled Services destination that promotes inclusive growth and to establish Maharashtra as an intellectual and knowledge capital of India”.
To place Maharashtra amongst the most preferred investment destinations for global investors through promotional strategies combined with developing a competitive and sustainable investment environment, thereby making Maharashtra as one of the most favoured economic magnet and center of attraction.
The objectives of the LoI / Registrations to IT/ITES Parks and Units - 2015 are as follows:
In line with the policy objectives, the government has set the following targets for the policy period:
Size: 56 KbIn order to promote balanced industrial development, promote sustainable economic growth and encourage setting up of new industrial units and thereby create substantial employment opportunities in the State, the Government of Maharashtra has issued the new ‘Industrial Policy – 2013’ vide GR No. III- Policy -2010/CR 768/IND-2, dated 22nd February, 2013.
The Industrial Policy, 2013 focuses on the following:
“Maharashtra - a globally competitive manufacturing destination that promotes faster sustainable investment and inclusive growth”.
To place Maharashtra amongst the most preferred investment destinations in Asia, for global investors, through aggressive promotional strategies combined with developing a globally competitive and sustainable investment environment, thereby making Maharashtra as one of the most favoured economic magnets and centres of unlimited attractions.
The objectives of the Industrial Policy, 2013 are:
Policy Targets:
Size: 56 KbOne of the great opportunities in this age of “Century of Knowledge” is the emergence of knowledge based IT industries and another emerging opportunities on the horizon is Biotechnology. Biotechnology has the potential to transform the lives of the people in the state by impacting hugely on agriculture, animal husbandry, health, environment protection and material transformation. It is to realize this potential that the state has already announced Biotechnology Policy-2001.
The main objectives of Bio-Technology Policy are as follows:
Size: 56 KbTo attract foreign direct investment, promote export and generate employment in the country, the State Government has announced a policy for setting up Special Economic Zone, vide G.R. dated 12.10.2001 and subsequently, Central Government has enacted SEZ Act, 2005.
The main objectives of SEZ Policy are as follows:
Size: 583 KbThe Government of Maharashtra is of the view that the ESDM sector is one of the key propellants of its economic growth and will thus support the development of this sector by infrastructure expansion, promotion of advanced technology, rewarding innovation and enhancement of skills. There is an urgent need to take dedicated and prompt initiatives for encouraging investments – one of the prerequisites for growth and development of the ESDM sector.
Hence the Government of Maharashtra has introduced an exclusive policy for the state. This policy intends to build the ESDM sector with a set of strategic initiatives like tax incentives, special incentives for anchor units, R&D etc.
To create globally competitive Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) industry in the state which can create huge employment opportunities for the people of our State and gain a foothold in the international market, thereby contributing to the overall economy and prosperity of the State.
Size: 861 KbRetailing in India is one of the pillars of its economy and accounts for about 15% of its GDP. The State of Maharashtra is a leading State in Retail Business. The retail trade comprises enterprises engaged in retailing goods and services. These enterprises fall into various segments.
Based on the phenomenal growth in the retail enterprise in Maharashtra and considering the potential it offers to boost the State’s economy and the employment potential, the Retail Policy is formulated for the first time in the State to look at the business of retail in a holistic manner.
To create an efficient and seamless internal trade opportunity and to boost the economic Competitiveness of the State's economy by promoting and facilitating world-class logistics and warehouse chain, minimizing wastage and transaction cost within the retail enterprise, giving the best value for money to the ultimate consumer while at the same time maximizing returns to the producers, particularly farmers and SMEs.
To prepare strategies to provide a globally competitive and sustainable investment environment, thereby making Maharashtra one of the most favored economic magnets and centers of unlimited opportunities within the country and across the globe.
The objectives of the Retail Trade Policy, 2016 are as follows:
Size: 505 KbThe Government of Maharashtra has declared a new Industrial Policy 2013 and through this Government is also committed for development of the society by upliftment of SC/ST entrepreneurs. Hence on the auspicious occasion of 125th birth anniversary of Bharatratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar, the Government has formulated a new policy for SC/ST entrepreneurs in the State to make them self-sufficient and financially independent.
Development of the society by upliftment of socially disadvantaged groups, viz. SC/ST entrepreneurs.
Active involvement of socially disadvantaged groups, viz. SC/ST entrepreneurs in the main stream of industrial growth.
Size: 797 KbThe concerned departments of Government of Maharashtra are in the process of reducing their number of procedures, time taken and cost involved for giving approvals for success of the ‘Make in Maharashtra’ initiative. This will be achieved only by implementing the “Single Window Scheme” effectively by using e-platform for simplicity, efficiency and transparency in e – governance. Hence the Government of Maharashtra has formulated new Single Window Policy.
The Government of Maharashtra has already set up an Investor Facilitation Cell, officially named as Maharashtra Industry, Trade and Investor Facilitation Cell, (MAITRI). Nodal Officers from various departments have been appointed for the MAITRI to facilitate investment proposals. It is now envisaged that “Single Window Scheme” will be implemented through MAITRI platform.
As part of the “Make in Maharashtra” program, Government of Maharashtra has taken progressive steps to enhance investment climate in the state. To set up an industry in Maharashtra, an investor needs to take a number of approvals/clearances/permissions from various departments depending upon the business activity and the location.
To make this process streamlined and efficient Government of Maharashtra has uploaded a comprehensive list of approvals along with checklists and FAQs at www.maitri.gov.in. This will help investor to identify the concerned approving authority vis-a-vis list of supporting documents to be attached with the application.
Below mentioned are the steps to view the online system where investor can key in specific details and obtain information regarding all state approvals applicable for his/her industrial unit:
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| 1. | Urban Development Department | Increase in FSI from 0.2 to 1 for industry in agriculture and no development zone | View Details |
| Urban Development department has delegated power to divisional Joint Director, Town Planning for change of zone | View Details | ||
| Submission of Inspection reports in 72 hours | View Details | ||
| Simplification of fire approval procedure | View Details | ||
| 2. | MCGM | MCGM has introduced Single Window Clearance for construction permit with Building proposal department as the Nodal Agency | View Details |
| Building Completion and occupancy certificate are issued within 7 days from date of application | View Details | ||
| Construction permit can be obtained in 60 days and number of procedures reduced to 11 to obtain | View Details | ||
| 3. | Industries Department | A Committee under Superintendent of Police to look into law and order issue faced by industry in MIDC area | View Details |
| Industrial location policy discontinued for Mumbai metropolitan region | View Details | ||
| 4. | Maharashtra Pollution Control Board | Randomized Risk based Inspection of industries through software based tool for selection of industries based on pollution potential | View Details |
| Visiting Officer to upload joint visit report of industry/complaint matter on Board’s website within 24 hours of visit | View Details | ||
| Sampling/inspection work for Field Officers(FOs) has been prioritized to evaluate the score of FOs based on visits/sampling carried out | View Details | ||
| Board intends to initiate auto renewal of consent for plain renewal of consent for industries based on self-certification on compliance of environmental regulations | View Details | ||
| 5. | Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation | Joint visit (Inspection) by Officers to plots in Industrial areas | View Details |
| Appointment of Accredited Architects for fast track Approvals (third party certification) | View Details | ||
| MIDC has simplified procedure for Building plan approval, water supply connection, approval to internal drainage plan, approval to drainage connection plan, provision of fire NOC, CETP membership, power supply NOC etc. |
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| Defined procedure for Land Allotment, with applicant waiting list been published online | View Details | ||
| MIDC has been designated as a Tree authority for MIDC areas | View Details | ||
| MIDC has reduced number of approvals from 14 to 5 | View Details | ||
| 6. | Labour Department | ||
| Self-certification scheme for Boiler registration | View Details | ||
| License for Contract Labour to be given within 7 days | View Details | ||
| Factory plan is deemed to be approved if no action taken in 3 months from date of application | View Details | ||
| Factory license and renewal will be deemed to be granted if not issued/renewed within 4 months from date of application | View Details | ||
| Factory license is granted for a period not more than 10 years | View Details | ||
| License for Shops & establishment to be given within 7 days | View Details | ||
| Inspection Policy for Employee State Insurance Corporation | View Details | ||
| Inspection Scheme of Employee’s Provident Fund Organization, Ministry of Labour & Employment | View Details | ||
| Self-certification scheme with Single Integrated Return Form for implementation of sixteen Labour Laws in the State | View Details | ||
| Establishment of State Level Agency for Randomised Risk based inspection of Industries registered under Factories Act 1948 | View Details | ||
| 7. | Sales Tax Department | Registration certificate for VAT and PT issued within one working day | View Details |
| Provision for risk based inspection related to tax compliance | View Details | ||
| 8. | Revenue Department | Committee has been formed under the chairmanship of Additional collector for facilitating use of agricultural land by providing various NOCs within 15 days | View Details |
| Maharashtra Minor Mineral Extraction Rules,2015 for royalty payment by lessee for extraction of minor minerals from the leased area | View Details | ||
Collection of revenue through GRAS for :
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| 9. | Energy Department | Time taken for new electricity connection has been reduced from 67 days to 15 days and number of procedure reduced from 7 to 3 | View Details |
| All Utilities across the state have introduced fixed cost method, based on Cost / KVA / Km basis - Petition of M/s. Reliance Infrastructure Ltd – Distribution Business for approval of Schedule of Charges as per Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (Electricity Supply Code and Other Conditions of Supply) Regulations, 2005 | View Details | ||
| All Utilities across the state have introduced fixed cost method, based on Cost / KVA / Km basis - In the matter of Petition of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited seeking Final True up for FY 2010-11, Aggregate Revenue Requirement of FY 2011-12 and FY 2012-13, Tariff Determination for FY 2012-13 and Revision in Schedule of Charges | View Details | ||
| All Utilities across the state have introduced fixed cost method, based on Cost / KVA / Km basis - Petition of The Tata Power Company Limited - Distribution Business for approval of Schedule of Charges as per Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (Electricity Supply Code and Other Conditions of Supply) Regulations, 2005 | View Details | ||
| All Utilities across the state have introduced fixed cost method, based on Cost / KVA / Km basis - Petition of the Brihan-Mumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking (BEST) for approval of Schedule of Charges as per Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (Electricity Supply Code and Other Conditions of Supply) Regulations, 2005 | View Details | ||
| Self-certification through chartered electrical engineers for safety of electrical installations of industrial units | View Details | ||
| State has made provision for online submission of application form and submission of supporting documents | View Details | ||
| 10. | Environment Department | RRZ Policy has been scrapped to allow industries in river zone | View Details |
| Projects in Industrial estates/parks have been exempted from Public hearing | View Details | ||
| Industrial sheds with area between 20,000 sq. mtrs. to 150,000 sq.mtrs. have been exempted from environmental clearance |
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| Consent form has been simplified for Industries in Green category | View Details | ||
| Self-certification has been simplified for Industries in Orange and Green category with Undertaking by Authorized Signatory instead of Board Resolution | View Details | ||
| Shortened the time limit from 120 days to 60 days for processing of consent application | View Details | ||
| 11. | Forest Department | Time limit to issue transit permit has been reduced to 30 days | View Details |
| Rubber wood on non-forest land has been exempted from the operation of rules in “Indian Forest Act 1927, Chapter VII-Transit of Forest Produce" | View Details | ||
| 12. | Metrology Department | Legal metrology department has issued directives to abolish verification and stamping of Weights and measures for internal usage within MIDC premise | View Details |
| Legal metrology department has replaced old method of sealing by the paper seals | View Details |
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