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West Bengal hosts the highest number of MSMEs in the country and they play a vital role in the state economy.
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Export bodies and organizations jointly have written to the state government for relaxation for their survival and export commitments.
KOLKATA: In the wake of the extension of COVID-19 induced restrictions till June 15 in West Bengal, the Small and Medium Enterprises and exporters have sought relaxation from restrictions for their survival.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday extended the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions till June 15.
SMEs have urged the chief minister that the extension of restrictions without amendments or relief will adversely affect the micro medium and small enterprises (MSME) of the state.
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