PROVINCIAL ASSEMBLY OF SINDH

INDUSTRIES AND COMMERCE DEPARTMENT

LIST OF STARRED ASSEMBLY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR

MONDAY, THE 23^TH SEPTEMBER, 2024

27        *MR. ALI KHURSHIDI:

Will the Minister for Industries and Commercebe pleased to State:-

District-wise number of Industries in the province along with number of new industries established and number remained closed during 2018-2023?

ANSWER

JAM IKRAMULLAH KHAN DHAREJO, MINISTER FOR INDUSTRIES AND COMMERCE:

It is stated that the Industries & Commerce Department does not register any industrial unit / Manufacture industry except NOC of establishment of new Sugar Mill subject to approval from Provincial Cabinet.

As per the data/ record of Labour Department, Government of Sindh, there are 6856 units are operational in entire Sindh.

The detail are as under:-

Whereas, As per thedata/ record of Labour Department, Government of Sindh, 915 new units  established during the period of 2018 to 2023 in entire province of Sindh.

It is also mentioned that 81 units were closed during the period of 2018 to 2023.

183      *MR. ABDUL BASIT:

Will the Minister for Industries and Commerce be pleased to State:-

Provide information on the growth of the industrial sector in Sindh from 2013 to 2023, broken down by different industry sectors?

ANSWER

JAM IKRAMULLAH KHAN DHAREJO, MINISTER FOR INDUSTRIES AND COMMERCE:

As per the Annual report of State Bank Of Pakistan and the Survey of renowned Consulting/ Chartered Accountancy Firm KPMG (Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler), the growth rate of the industrial sector in Sindh during the period from 2013 to 2023 has shown varying trends across different industries. Here’s a breakdown of the performance of key industrial sectors during this period:

1. Pharmaceutical Industry: The pharmaceutical sector in Sindh has consistently grown with an annual growth rate of 7-9%. This growth has been increased by rising healthcare demands and production capacities.

2. Cement Industry: The cement industry has shown significant growth, particularly due to increase of construction activities and infrastructural projects. The average growth rate for this sector was about 6-8% annually.

3. Automobile Industry: The automobile sector has experienced robust growth, particularly from the year 2016 and onwards. The sector's annual growth rate fluctuated between 5-8%, during this period due to economic stability and increase of demand.

4. Steel and Iron Industry: The steel and iron sector experienced average growth, with the rate ranging from 4-7% annually.

5. Textile Industry: The textile sector is a cornerstone of Sindh’s industrial landscape, leading to average annual growth rate of 4-6%.

6. Food and Beverage Industry: This sector has also seen steady growth, driven by population growth and rising urbanization. The annual growth rate has averaged around 4-6%.

7. Chemical Industry: The chemical industry experienced moderate growth, influenced by both domestic demand and export opportunities. The growth rate for this sector ranged between 3-5% annually.

184      *MR. ABDUL BASIT:

Will the Minister for Industries and Commerce be pleased to State:-

Number/ names of companies operating in Sugar, Cement or Textile Industries closed during 2018 to 2023 including the reasons of closure?

ANSWER

JAM IKRAMULLAH DHAREJO, MINISTER FOR INDUSTRIES AND COMMERCE:

This department has no primary data collection mechanism, therefore, the data has been obtained from Labour Department & Trade Associations.

The Industries and Commerce Department issue NOC for the establishment of new Sugar Mills subject to approval of Cabinet. For establishment of Cement Factory, the Mines & Mineral Development may issue permission. There is no formal mechanism about data of closed industries or reasons of closure available.

The total registered number of Sugar, Cement & Textile Industries during 2018 to 2023 are mentioned as under;

Sugar Mills

Cement Factories

Textile Mills

185      *MR. ABDUL BASIT:

Will the Minister for Industries and Commerce be pleased to State:-

(a)   Is it a fact that any new Industries established in Sindh during 2018 to 2023;

(b)   If answer to (a) above is affirmative, the details thereof?

ANSWER

JAM IKRAMULLAH DHAREJO, MINISTER FOR INDUSTRIES AND COMMERCE:

Yes, as per available record 915 new industrial Units established in Sindh during 2018-2023.

For the establishment of Industry, there is no formal NOC is required from Industries & Commerce department except permission of Industries in SITE & SSIC.

As per the data/ record of Labour Department, Government of Sindh, 915 new industrial units established The details are as under:-

273      *MR. FAISAL RAFIQ:

Will the Minister for Industries and Commerce be pleased to State:-

Total number of Industries existing in Sindh along with number of newly Industries started and closed during 2018 to 2023; as well as detail there of?

ANSWER

JAM IKRAMULLAH DHAREJO, MINISTER FOR INDUSTRIES AND COMMERCE:

It is submitted that the Industries & Commerce Department does not register any industrial unit / Manufacture industry except NOC of establishment of new Sugar Mill subject to approval from Provincial Cabinet.

As per the data/ record of Labour Department, Government of Sindh, there are 6856 units operational in entire Sindh.

During 2018-2023, total 915 industrial units established in Sindh as per Data provided by Labour department. During 2018-2023, total 81 industries closed in Sindh. The details are as under:-