Single-window clearance expected to start in April with 20 states on board

The government’s proposal to launch a single-window clearance is seeing traction among foreign investors even before the scheme’s launch. At least half a dozen foreign investors are said to be in talks with the government for this mechanism.

These investors will get to identify lands or sites for setting up manufacturing units across 20 states. Government officials say the scheme will become operational from early 2021-22.

“Single-window clearance will begin from March-end or April first week next year. We have been negotiating with states on industrial manufacturing and attracting investments. So far, eight states have agreed and given their consent