- FICCI Kerala State Council was revamped and inaugurated in July 2013 and started operations from Kochi in October 2013. FICCI has significant presence in Kerala. Almost all major Chambers of Commerce & Industry and Trade bodies in Kerala are members of FICCI. Besides, various important business houses, industry & professionals are Corporate / Associate Members of FICCI in Kerala.
- FICCI State Council has constituted Six Sectors to give priority in the state taking into consideration the overall economic strength of Kerala. They are IT, Tourism, Education, Retail Trade, Real Estate / Infrastructure and Logistics.
- FICCI Kerala State Council works closely with the various Departments of Government of Kerala in providing inputs on policy initiatives to the State Government. FICCI also assists the State Government in organizing various events / programmes for the promotion of Trade & Industry and investment in the State by connecting with potential investors situated in India and abroad.
- FICCI encourages and assists Large / MSME industries / enterprises in the State to expand their overseas business activities through B2B Meetings, Trade / Business delegations and Exhibitions held at various destinations inside and outside the country. Members of FICCI are regularly updated on various economy policy changes in the country through its regular communications. Legitimate grievances and suggestions of its Members, Trade and Business Fraternity are taken up with the concerned authorities at the Center and State. FICCI Kerala State Council conducts various informative programs, workshops, Conclaves in association with Centre & State Governments and with other stake holders on a regular basis. Most of these programs are open to members from the trade and industry besides the members of FICCI.
- Currently Dr. M I Sahadulla as Chairman and Shri. V P Nandakumar as Co Chairman of FICCI Kerala State Council are spearheading the activities of FICCI in the state. FICCI Kerala State Council offices functions with Mr. Savio Mathew as the Head, FICCI Kerala State Council.
- The important sectors of growth and investment in Kerala are Food & Agro Sector, IT & Electronics, Health Care Services, Ayurveda Medicines, Tourism, Retailing, Plantations, Logistics, Education & Knowledge Sector and Infrastructure sectors.
- SME sectors are the real power house of Kerala’s development. Kerala's investments in its people have made its people one of the state's most lucrative exports: About three million Keralites work mainly in Persian Gulf countries, Canada, US, Europe & Australia. The biggest contributor has been the remittance of NRKs (Non Resident Keralites)
- The biggest challenge for Kerala is to channelize the resources from NRKs to productive usage and economic development rather than to unproductive sectors. Kerala needs massive investment in infrastructure. Kerala has abundance of high literate and qualified manpower resources, which needs to be utilized in the State through promoting more entrepreneurship.
FICCI's Engagement
- FICCI Kerala State Council was revamped and inaugurated in July 2013 and started operations from Kochi in October 2013. FICCI has significant presence in Kerala. Almost all major Chambers of Commerce & Industry and Trade bodies in Kerala are members of FICCI. Besides, various important business houses, industry & professionals are Corporate / Associate Members of FICCI in Kerala.
- FICCI State Council has constituted Six Sectors to give priority in the state taking into consideration the overall economic strength of Kerala. They are IT, Tourism, Education, Retail Trade, Real Estate / Infrastructure and Logistics.
- FICCI Kerala State Council works closely with the various Departments of Government of Kerala in providing inputs on policy initiatives to the State Government. FICCI also assists the State Government in organizing various events / programmes for the promotion of Trade & Industry and investment in the State by connecting with potential investors situated in India and abroad.
- FICCI encourages and assists Large / MSME industries / enterprises in the State to expand their overseas business activities through B2B Meetings, Trade / Business delegations and Exhibitions held at various destinations inside and outside the country. Members of FICCI are regularly updated on various economy policy changes in the country through its regular communications. Legitimate grievances and suggestions of its Members, Trade and Business Fraternity are taken up with the concerned authorities at the Center and State. FICCI Kerala State Council conducts various informative programs, workshops, Conclaves in association with Centre & State Governments and with other stake holders on a regular basis. Most of these programs are open to members from the trade and industry besides the members of FICCI.
- Currently Dr. M I Sahadulla as Chairman and Shri. V P Nandakumar as Co Chairman of FICCI Kerala State Council are spearheading the activities of FICCI in the state. FICCI Kerala State Council offices functions with Mr. Savio Mathew as the Head, FICCI Kerala State Council.
Timeline
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Awareness Session on Sustainable Financing for MSME’s & Importance of Business Valuation while Raising Funds
Role of Youth in Making India Free from Smuggling & Counterfeiting Inter - School/College Competition
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Capacity Building Programme for Police Officers on Prevention of Counterfeiting and Smuggling
Webinar on AWS Business Edition - Changing Face of FSI with Digital Empowerment
Interactive Session on India - Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (IAECTA) Enhancing -Trade & Business
Generating Global Opportunities for a Future-Ready India
Industry Workshop on "Preventing marine litter in ecosystems through implementing EPR & SUP ban"
Made for Trade Live
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Consultative Meeting on Promoting Fisheries Sector Cooperation between India & Maldives
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Live Streaming of Workshop on Procurement by CPSEs with Special Focus on Vendor Interface with MSEs
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Interactive Session on India - UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
Audit in GST - A Practical Approach
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Interactive Session on India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) & on Enhancing-Trade & Business
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Interactive Session on India - UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
Generating Global Opportunities for a Future-Ready India
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FICCI SAP Awareness Workshop on Generating Global Opportunities for a Future-Ready India
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Awareness Workshop on Vendor Development Programme for MSME SC/ST Entrepreneurs & Women Entrepreneurs for Cochin Shipyard Ltd.
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South India GST Conclave: Online Interaction with Finance Ministers of Five Southern States
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Special Vendor Development Programme for MSEs, SC/ST MSEs and Women-owned MSEs in Northern Kerala Districts for Food Corporation of India, Kerala Region
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Special Vendor Development Programme for MSEs, SC/ST MSEs and Women-owned MSEs in Central Region
Public-Private Partnership will be strengthened in Healthcare sector: Veena George, Health & Family Welfare Minister, Govt of Kerala
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FICCI Virtual Interactive Meeting with Smt. Veena George, Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Women & Child Development, Govt. of Kerala
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FICCI Virtual Interactive Meeting with Shri P Rajeeve, Hon'ble Minister for Industry, Law & Coir, Govt. of Kerala
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Virtual Conference on Forecast & Administration of COVID Vaccines, Hyper Automation, Clinical Testing & Diagnostics for Hospitals in Kerala to compact COVID 19
FICCI SAP Awareness Workshop on 'Global Bharat for MSME's in Kerala
Coir Kerala 2021
Webinar on Code on Industrial Relations, Social Security Code and Code on Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions
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Virtual Interactive Session on Ease of Doing Business for Real Estate & Construction Industry in Kerala
Creating consumer awareness and reducing illicit market operations vital for India's growth: Minister of Food & Civil Supplies, Govt of Kerala
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Virtual Road Shows on maiden regular cargo ferry service between Tuticorin, Kochi and Maldives with Indian Embassy at Male
Scaling up Opportunities for MSME Women Entrepreneurs in Kerala
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Changing Landscape of Education Scenario under New National Education Policy(NEP) & Critical Analysis of Online Education Technology
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Webinar on for Atmanirbhar Kerala - Empowering MSME's for Self Reliance Key Growth Drivers: Finance-Competitiveness-Technology
Kerala to be promoted as a safe and hygienic tourist destination: Tourism Secretary, Govt of Kerala
Kerala keen to make itself the most preferred investment destination - Kerala Chief Minister
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Webinar on Interactive Meeting on Industry & Trade and Labour Issues in view of COVID-19
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Union Budget Analysis 2020-2021 in Kerala: Critical Analysis and Way Forward for Indian Economy
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12th Regional Quality Conclave (RQC) on Leveraging Quality for Manufacturing Competitiveness
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Somalia Yemen Development Programme (SYDP) II on Improving the quality of Fisheries Products for Food Security, Coastal Livelihoods
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India-Maldives Business Conclave & India Expo 2019 & FICCI Business Delegation to Maldives
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One Day Awareness Program on "Productivity Improvements in MSME through Energy Conservation"
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One Day Training Program on 'Sustainable Food Safety Practices: Regulations & Standards'
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Interactive Session on Growth Matters: Gearing Family Business for the Next Level Performance
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One Day Awareness Program on Productivity Improvements in MSME through Energy Conservation
FICCI welcomes Direct Selling Guidelines notification by Kerala Government
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Workshop on Free Trade Agreements & Safe Guard Duty, Letter of Credit & Bill Discounting and Cargo Insurance
Nepal Charge d'ffairs invites Indian investors to reap dividends from opportunities in Nepal
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Companies Amendment Act 2017, Cash Transactions and Its Implications Under the Income Tax Act, GST Implications During Finalization of Accounts For The Year 2017-18
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Interactive Meeting with His Excellency Dr. Saud Al-Sati, Saudi Ambassador to India organised by the Embassy of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Capacity Building Programme for Police Officers on Prevention of Counterfeiting and Smuggling
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Seminar on Combating Counterfeiting and Smuggling - An Imperative to Accelerate Economic Development
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'Fostering Business Relations with Canada' Round Table Meeting with the Senior Trade Commissioner & Counsellors, Consulate General of Canada
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FICCI Business Delegation to Vietnam 2017: "Business to Business(B2B) Meetings & Interactive Meeting on Promotion of Trade and Investment between Vietnam and India"
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Post Budget Interactive Session in Kerala: Union Budget 2017-18 - Critical Analysis and way Ahead for Indian Economy
Kerala Business to Business Meet 2017: Shri Pinarayi Vijayan, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Kerala Meets Diplomats in New Delhi
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FICCI-EXIM Bank Capacity Building Programme on Promoting Trade and Investments with BRICS countries
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FICCI-KPMG Report Launch : Direct Selling; Kerala - Global Industry Empowering Millions in India
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Interactive Session: Electronics Manufacturers in Kerala with Dr. B N Satpathy IES, Advisor, NITI Aayog, Government of India
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Workshop on 'Industry Engagement for Skilled Workforce Through Apprenticeship - Stakeholders'
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Seminar on "Improving Employee Relations, Competitiveness and Employment Growth Towards Futuristic Employment Policy"
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Industry Awareness Program on 'International equivalence of accreditation and its Benefits to Industry'
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Chemical (Industrial) Disaster Management (CIDM) Prevention, Preparedness and Emergency Response to Chemical Disasters with Special Reference to Transportation and Oil & Gas Sector
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InfoComm India 2015 Presentation – A Technology Awareness Program on Audio-Visual Industry
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FICCI Workshop on ATA Carnet: 'Your Visa for temporary export/import of goods between International Borders'
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Seminar on India's Engagement with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) Opportunities and Challenges
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Australia-India Partnerships in Sports & Tourism - towards sustainable CSR Initiatives