The union government on Wednesday said it has simplified the procedure of importing oxygen cylinders and cryogenic tankers urgently required to treat thousands of patients affected by Covid-19.
Commerce and industry ministry said that key approvals required for imports will be granted online without any delay upon submission of the manufacturer's particulars.
“The Government of India has reviewed the existing procedure of registration and approval of global manufacturers for importing oxygen cylinders and cryogenic tankers/ containers by Petroleum and Explosive Safety Organization (PESO). In view of the COVID pandemic, PESO shall not carry out physical inspection of global manufacturers' production