To overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, Indian textile and apparel industry is continuously supporting the society and Government at different levels.
In Kasna (Greater Noida), various companies have come together with UP State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) and started a COVID isolation ward of 20 beds.
Besides having facilities like oxygen concentrators and free medicines, doctor and nurses are also available at this centre 24X7. Notably, the UPSIDA has provided the building for this centre.
Various textile and apparel companies such as Daks India, Raj Lakshmi, SD Enterprises, Mint Fashion, Alaska Export, Envogue Clothing, IGP Impex, SB Enterprises and Perfection Handicraft have come together under the EPIP Welfare association.
KC Biswas of Biswas Consultancy also offered his services for this noble cause.
Shobha Singh, Director, Perfection Handicraft told, “The companies have joined hands enthusiastically and invested around Rs. 15 lakh in this initiative. We are thankful to UPSIDA for their support.”
Mayur Maheshwari, CEO, Anil Sharma, RM and Gesu Maurya, ARM of UPSIDA also supported the initiative.
At the individual level also, various companies have been taking big steps in this regard.
In Punjab, Trident Group, Ludhiana recently donated 100 oxygen concentrators helping the Punjab Government fight against the pandemic. Rajinder Gupta, Chairman, Trident Limited, said, “We believe in making contributions and providing support to the Government in fighting the pandemic with hope and prayers for everyone’s well-being.”
In Tamil Nadu, KG Denim Ltd. provided oxygen generators of 300 litres/minute (with all accessories) to the Government Hospital, Mettupalayam (Coimbatore). Leading world leader in sustainable and efficient finishing technologies Jeanologia, Spain has also supported this initiative.
It is pertinent to mention here that since the first wave of COVID-19, textile and garment industry has been continuously taking such noble initiatives.
Source : https://in.apparelresources.com/