DPM Singh reiterates commitment to work with private sector
Kathmandu, Nov. 15
The 'FEEN Electro-Tech 2024,' organised by
the Federation of Electrical Entrepreneurs of Nepal, kicked off at the Bhrikutimandap
Exhibition Centre in Kathmandu on Friday.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 11th
edition of the expo, FEEN's President, Resham Prasad Devkota, said that the
international exhibition featured a comprehensive range of electrical and
electronic products. He added that awareness programmes on consumer rights and
interests in the areas of electronics and electricity would also be conducted
throughout the event.
Inaugurating the expo, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh said that there was a need for the government to prioritise initiatives that boost production within the country.
"The government is focused on ensuring the energy
required for production and organising such an exhibition will also aid in
achieving our national energy goals," he said. Minister Singh reiterated
the government's commitment to partnering with the private sector for progress.
Likewise, Chandra Prasad Dhakal, President
of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), called
for breaking the perception that Nepal lacks an investment-friendly
environment. He stressed the importance of political consensus on economic
agendas, regardless of which party is in power. "The private sector drives
the nation's economy, and the government must incorporate suggestions from the
sector to move forward," he added.
Kamlesh Agrawal, President of the Nepal
Chamber of Commerce, underscored the importance of increasing domestic
electricity consumption alongside exporting power. "The government needs
to reduce electricity prices and address the challenges faced by the private
sector," he stated.
According to the FEEN, this year's
Electro-Tech features 82 pavilions and stalls, both indoors and outdoors. The
exhibition showcases a variety of products, including domestic and
multinational brands, transmission and distribution equipment, energy supply
and control devices, house wiring materials, wires, cables and conductors,
advanced switches, LED lighting, electronics, household electrical appliances,
office technology, telecommunications equipment, information technology, and
alternative energy solutions.
Exhibitors from countries such as India,
China, Japan, Taiwan, France, Spain, Malaysia, Germany, Italy, and Australia
are participating in the expo, displaying an array of electric and electronic
products. Notable brands include Transweld, Premier, Orchid, Janaki, C&S,
Lisha, Dinz, Swift Gold, KEI, Janata, HPL, Philips, Havells, Siemens, Usha,
Anchor, Orient, Himstar, Almeek, Librat, Arigold, Indotech, and Goldman, among
others.
The FEEN expects around 50,000 visitors
over the four-day exhibition. About 7,000 visitors reached the expo on Friday.
Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 16 November 2024.
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