Lifting of Curbs on Movement of Goods, Persons to Help Exporters Recover Business, says EEPC Chairman

Further easing of lockdown, allowing free movement of goods and persons across the country, except in the containment zones, should provide relief to exporters who can re-start their manufacturing operations, said EEPC India Chairman Mr Ravi Sehgal.

''Substantial lifting of lockdown is a sentiment booster for exporters, after months of difficulties and challenges. Even as we count our losses, easing of restrictions on economic activities would save millions of jobs, though an arduous task of re-building the business lies ahead," said Mr Sehgal.

He said, after huge setback in April and May, exports in June should pick up; though the improvement would only be on a sequential basis. Lifting of restrictions is a big positive for exporters, Mr Sehgal said.