The Prime Minister is happy to note that Confederation of Indian Industry has started the visionary Leaders for Manufacturing between the Government of India and the Government of Japan. While providing impetus to the growth of manufacturing, this programme will also enhance the government’s skill building initiatives critical to developing competency in India’s manufacturing sector. The Prime Minister believes that Indian manufacturing must become competent for innovating new products that meet the need of this country and for exports.

The Prime Minister conveys his best wishes to CII for the success of this path breaking programme of National importance.

New Delhi
September 28, 2007