Byrnihat: Meghalaya's burgeoning industrial landscape, the EPIP (Export Promotion Industrial Park) area in Byrnihat, Ri-Bhoi district, has emerged as a vibrant hub for multiple industries. The zone has witnessed a rapid influx of companies, contributing significantly to the state's economic growth.
The EPIP area is home to a diverse array of industries, including heavyweights such as Shyam Century Ferrous Ltd., Maithan Alloys Ltd., Meghalaya Steel Ltd., Nezone Tubes Ltd., Umadutt Industries Ltd., Seven Sisters Plastics Pvt. Ltd., Jay Plastics, and Marda Industries Pvt. Ltd. Each of these companies has chosen Byrnihat for its strategic location, robust infrastructure, and conducive business environment, Business NorthEast has learned from people familiar with the matter.
Shyam Century Ferrous Ltd, leading in ferro alloys production with an annual capacity of 120,000 tonnes of ferro silicon and 75,000 tonnes of ferro manganese has established a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that not only meets domestic demand but is also believed to be contributing to exports. Maithan Alloys Ltd., expanding its ferro silicon production to 95,000 tonnes annually, bolstering infrastructure and industrial projects, has capitalized on Meghalaya's mineral resources and skilled workforce to expand its operations. Meghalaya Steel Ltd., another key player, has enhanced the region's steel manufacturing capacity catering to construction and industrial sectors nationwide.
Nezone Tubes Ltd. manufactures 90,000 tonnes of steel tubes annually, crucial for infrastructure and pipeline projects. Umadutt Industries Ltd., Seven Sisters Plastics Pvt. Ltd., Jay Plastics, and Marda Industries Pvt. Ltd. have collectively bolstered the region's plastics and manufacturing capabilities, addressing the growing demand for packaging, consumer goods, and industrial components.
The establishment of these industries has created a large number of job opportunities directly and indirectly, stimulating ancillary services such as logistics, hospitality, and healthcare. Local authorities and industry stakeholders are committed to sustainable development practices, ensuring environmental stewardship and community welfare. The EPIP area in Byrnihat exemplifies Meghalaya's attractiveness for industrial investments, leveraging strategic advantages and supportive governmental policies.
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