Cabinet Approves 7 New Industry Consultancy Committees š±š°
The Cabinet of Ministers has greenlit the establishment of seven new Industry Consultancy Committees to boost policy coordination and address gaps in industrial and entrepreneurship development. This expands on the existing 20 Consultancy Boards already in operation. ā¢ Purpose: To strengthen evidence-based policymaking, enhance industry participation, and support sustainable growth by aligning government policies with industry needs. ā¢ New Sectors Covered: Indigenous & Traditional Medicine Confectionery Production Traditional Handicrafts Chicken-Related Industries Ornamental Fish & Seaweed Creative Crafts Event Management ā¢ Committee Structure: Each committee will comprise up to 25 members, drawing expertise from State institutions, commercial boards, universities, research bodies, and industry professionals. ā¢ Initiative: Proposed by Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunneththi, aiming to extend structured consultation to previously uncovered industry segments.