Checks on Kitex unit part of routine procedures, say officials
The Hindu
Monday’s inspection against assurances given by Industries Dept., alleges Sabu M. Jacob
Officials of the Groundwater Department inspected Kitex Garments unit on Monday to ascertain the use of groundwater by the unit. Sources said the inspection was part of routine checks on industrial units using groundwater but had to take No Objection Certificates (NOC) from the department. A report on the inspection is expected soon though sources pointed out that the Kitex unit had not approached the department for NOC. Sources said the inspection followed complaints raised at the District Development Committee (DDC) a fortnight ago. P.T. Thomas, MLA, had said at the DDC meeting that Kitex Garments was drawing a substantial quantity of groundwater without official permission.
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