Question : SETTING UP OF EXPORT ORIENTED UNITS



(a) the details of Export Oriented Units functioning in the country, State-wise;

(b) whether the Government proposes to set up more export-oriented units in various States, including the State of Orissa; and

(c) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI JYOTIRADITYA M. SCINDIA)

(a) to (c) A total number of 2546 Export Oriented Units (EOUs) are functioning in the country as on 31.3.2009. A list indicating State-wise distribution of the units including those in Orissa is annexed. The Government does not set up EOUs. The Units are set up by the private individuals/corporate bodies with the approval of the Government.