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Here is the best of Business Standard’s opinion pieces for Wednesday.
Despite the sustained underperformance of special economic zones, the government has chosen to double down on the concept by expanding the ambit of these zones under a new law to be presented in the upcoming monsoon session of Parliament. Our lead editorial argues why it may not work. Read here
Our second editorial underscores why the government must focus on the downturn in cotton production. Read here
Development initiatives need a grand vision that reflects political concerns, challenges and opportunities, writes Nitin Desai. Read here
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“Post decision of the SC, it has become imperative for the GST council to take every decision by consensus and to leave aside any shade of majoritarianism, not only for the future credibility of GST council but also to uphold the rich tradition of this august body.”
Principal Chief Advisor to Chief Minister of West Bengal Amit Mitra
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