Britannia Industries has announced the closure of its historic 77-year-old biscuit factory in Kolkata's Taratala neighborhood. The factory, which was established in 1947, will see all its permanent workers accepting voluntary retirement. The decision has sparked political controversy, with West Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar blaming Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her 'anti-industry image.' In response, the TMC government has stated that Britannia is not leaving the state, with Principal Chief Advisor to the CM, Dr. Amit Mitra, calling the claims of Britannia's exit 'complete falsehood.' The closure of the factory has raised concerns about the flight of industry from West Bengal. This factory is Britannia's second oldest in India.
With Britannia Industries Limited notifying the stock exchanges that all permanent workers at its Taratala factory in Kolkata have accepted voluntary retirement, a fresh row has erupted over the flight of industry from West Bengal, writes @shivsahays https://t.co/zPMk6Iw3mu
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🚨 Britannia to shut down its historic Taratala factory in Kolkata, West Bengal. Not good news for the state. https://t.co/edGa8GfHQU
BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Britannia announces the closure of its 77-year-old historic factory in Kolkata's Taratala. Plant of this famous Biscuit company was established in 1947. All employees have accepted VRS. BJP targets TMC & said "Industry will not come in the presence of a party… https://t.co/MPcRzBahI3
West Bengal BJP chief @DrSukantaBJP blamed CM Mamata Banerjee for her "anti-industry image" after Britannia Industries announced the closure of its historic factory in Kolkata's Taratala neighbourhood. (@Journo_Rajesh) https://t.co/D7pUxTfgSu
Britannia Factory Kolkata News: Biscuit maker set to close its second oldest factory in India – Details https://t.co/em8q3AI8EZ
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All permanent workers of Britannia's Taratala factory accept VRS https://t.co/Be3XAVV3yi . . . #Britannia #Taratala #VRS #FMCG #Kolkata #RepublicBusiness #RepublicTV #RepublicTVLive