IN FORCE Agenda SEZ / EOU / FTWZ 2013-11-08

Agenda of 60th BoA SEZ Meeting 8th November, 2013.

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Agenda for the 60th meeting of the Board of Approval to be held on
8th November, 2013, in the Room No. 47, Udyog Bhawan

Item No. 60.1: Proposals for setting up of SEZs

S. No Name of the Developer Location
Sector Area (in ha) Land Possession SGR* Status of application (i) Kerala State IT Infrastructure Ltd. (KSITIL) Muringur and Thekkumuri Villages, Mukundapuram Talu, Koratty Panchayath, Thrissur District, Kerala IT/ITES 7.4909 Yes Yes New (ii) M/s. Transcendent Developers Pvt. Ltd. Wagholi & Bhavadi, Taluka Haveli, Dist. Pune, Maharashtra IT/ITES 13.01 Yes Yes **

*State Government Recommendation

** The proposal was placed in the 59th meeting of BoA held on 30th August, 2013. The Board noted that DC SEEPZ had sought for certain information/documents from the developer and had not furnished its recommendations to the above proposal. Accordingly, the Board decided to defer the proposal.

DC, SEEPZ has since furnished its recommendations.

The request is placed before BoA for its consideration

Item No.60.2: Requests for co-developer

(i) Request of M/s. Palnadu Infrastructure Pvt. Limited for co-developer in the sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Nanakramguda Village, Serilingampally Mandal, Ranga Reddy District, Andhra Pradesh, being developed by Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (APIIC)

The SEZ is developed by Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (APIIC), an autonomous society promoted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. The SEZ was notified on 25th April, 2007 over an area of 17.127 hectares.

M/s. Palnadu Infrastructure Pvt. Limited has submitted a proposal for becoming a co- developer in the aforesaid SEZ for development of complete IT incubation centre and other social amenities, over an area of 0.376 hectares (0.93 acres).

Co-developer agreement dated 4th September, 2013 entered into with the developer has been provided. Lease deed dated 4th September, 2013 has also been provided. Lease period is 33 years. Lease premium is fixed at Rs. 10,552/- (Rupees Ten thousand five

hundred fifty two only) per sq. mt. The lease premium is Rs. 3,97,14,668/- (Rupees Three crores ninety seven lakhs fourteen thousand six hundred sixty eight only). The lessee has paid lease premium of Rs. 3,97,14,668/-.

DC VSEZ has recommended the proposal.

The request of the co-developer is submitted for consideration of BoA.

(ii) Request of M/s. Cyberpark Kozhikode for co-developer in the sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Kozhikode District, Kerala, being developed by M/s. Kerala State Information Technology Infrastructure Ltd. (KSITIL)

The SEZ is developed by M/s. Kerala State Information Technology Infrastructure Ltd. (KSITIL), an autonomous society promoted by the Government of Kerala. The SEZ stands notified over an area of 12.0990 hectares.

M/s. Cyberpark Kozhikode had already been granted co-developer status for providing IT infrastructure over an area of 4.3 acres. The co-developer has now submitted a proposal for extending the scope of its status for development of an additional area of 0.70 acres for infrastructure facilities related to services like Common Facility Centre (CFC) etc, thereby making the total area for development by the co-developer as 5 acres.

Draft co-developer agreement entered into with the developer has been provided. Draft Lease has also been provided. Lease period is proposed as 90 years. Lease maintenance rent of Rs. 900 per year has been proposed at a cost of 20% less of the rate of the land value to be fixed for the first transaction of land allotment to Co-developer.

DC CSEZ has recommended the proposal.

The request of the co-developer is submitted for consideration of BoA.

(iii) Request of M/s. GSPC LNG Ltd. for co-developer in the multi product SEZ at Mundra, Kutch, Gujart, being developed by M/s. Adani Port and Special Economic Zone Ltd alongwith specific authorized operations.

The above mentioned SEZ stands notified over an area of 6456.3349 hectares.

M/s. GSPC LNG Ltd. (GLL), a joint venture company of Government of Gujarat and Government of Gujarat undertakings has requested for co-developer status over 28 hectares of the above SEZ for development, operation and maintenance of specific infrastructure facilities i.e. LNG Terminal, storage and re-gasification facilities and related facilities.

Co-developer agreement dated 14th August, 2013 entered into with the developer has been provided. Draft Lease has also been provided. The developer acquired the SEZ land from the Government of Gujarat by entering into a lease dated 17th February, 2001 for 30 years. Hence the present lease period is 18 years with provision for extension of lease period. Annual lease rental of Rs. 100 per sqm. has been proposed along with applicable SEZ maintenance charges.

The developer is further requested for approval of following specific authorized operations in the processing area of the SEZ:

S. NO. Authorized Operations No. of Units Area per unit (in sqm.) as per FSI/FAR norms as applicable Total area (in sqm.)/capacity (in MW) 1. LNG Receiving Terminal

(a) Jetty Platform 1 NA 1200 (b) Breasting and Mooring Dolphins 10 NA 1060 (c) Approach Trestle (including roadways & piping 1 NA 13500 2. LNG Storage Tanks 2 NA 64000 3. Re-gasification facilities 1 NA 216000

DC KASEZ has recommended the proposals.

The request of the co-developer is submitted for consideration of BoA.

Item No. 60.3: Request for decrease in area of SEZ

(i) Request of M/s. APIIC Limited for decrease in area of the sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Gambheeram Village, Anandapuram Mandal, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

The above mentioned SEZ was notified on 24th April, 2009 over an area of 20.76 hectares.

The developer has requested to decrease the area of its SEZ by 10.66 hectares, thereby, making the resultant area of the SEZ as 10.109 hectares in order to promote and encourage the IT companies doing domestic business and to make Visakhapatnam as an ideal destination.

DC VSEZ has recommended the request of the developer.

The request of the developer is submitted for consideration of BoA.

Item No. 60.4: Request for extension of validity of in-principle approval

(i) Request from M/s. Posco-India Private Limited for grant of extension of in- principle approval for 8th year.

M/s. Posco-India Private Limited a Multi Product SEZ, over an area of 1620.496 hectares in Jagatsinghpur District, Orissa, was granted LoA on 26th October, 2006. The developer has been granted 7 extensions validity of which is up to 24th October, 2013. The developer has applied for further extension of one year on the grounds that land is not encroachment free till date and that encroachment removal and compensation disbursement process is still going on.

DC FSEZ has recommended extension of in-principle approval by one year. In view of the fact that it is a project of promise for India and is also one of the largest FDI projects in India The proposal is accordingly placed before BoA for its consideration.

(ii) Request from M/s. Vikram Logistic Maritime Services Pvt. Ltd. for grant of extension of in-principle approval for 5th & 6th years.

The above mentioned SEZ was granted in-principle approval on 16th October, 2008.

Subsequently, three extensions were granted by DOC, the last one upto 15.10.2012. The developer had in fact filed an application for formal approval with DC, MEPZ on 8.10.2012, but could not submit certain land documents called for as they could not succeed in acquiring a certain area of land (around 12 acres) through a swap deal, which is critical for establishing contiguity of the SEZ. Hence, they have now sought further extension of in- principle LoA for two years stating that further extension of one year period will expire by 15.10.2013, leaving them insufficient time to complete the land acquisition, registration formalities etc. The developer has indicated a time schedule for implementing the project and they expect to file application for formal approved by 30.06.2014.

The developer has further informed that they have already invested Rs. 289 crores on the project.

The developer has submitted documentary evidence for acquisition of 119 acres of land in the area, out of which the area proposed for SEZ would be 106 acres. The developer has further informed that out of the 106 acres, they have already acquired 94 acres and are hopeful of acquiring the remaining 12 acres through the swap deal, which is required for establishing contiguity. The developer has also submitted details of infrastructural work already undertaken of by them like soil test, compound wall, fencing etc.

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for extension of in-principle approval.

The request of the developer is accordingly placed before BoA for its consideration.

Item No. 60.5: Requests for extension of validity of formal approvals

BoA in its meeting held on 14th September, 2012, examining similar cases observed as under: -

“The Board advised the Development Commissioners to recommend the requests for extension of formal approval beyond 5th year and onwards only after satisfying that the developer has taken sufficient steps towards operationalisation of the project and further extension is based on justifiable reasons. Board also observed that extensions may not be granted as a matter of routine unless some progress has been made on ground by the developers. The Board, therefore, after deliberations, extended the validity of the formal approval to the requests for extensions beyond fifth years for a period of one year and those beyond sixth year for a period of 6 months from the date of expiry of last extension”.

(i) Request of M/s. Sutherland Global Services P. Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Village Thrikkakkara North, Ernakulam District, Kerala, beyond 31st October, 2013 (beyond 4th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 18th June, 2009. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted two extensions validity period of which has expired on 31st October, 2013.

The developer, has stated that they have made total investment of more than Rs. 25.00 crores till date for purchase of land and design and drawings of the Master Plan of the SEZ, Electrical work, fabrication etc and now they have completed 50% of the work at the location.

DC CSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(ii) Request of M/s. Myron Realtors Pvt. Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Santhal Junction, Taluka Sanand, District Ahmedabad, Gujarat, beyond
12th November, 2013 (beyond 5th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 12th November, 2008. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted two extensions validity period of which is upto 11th November, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension as work started in 2008 and the pace was slow due to global melt down and fluctuating market conditions.

The developer has made following investments/plans.

(i) Investment till date of Rs. 56.70 crores including 13.28 crores on non land development and infrastructure related works.
(ii) Plans to complete the project within next 4 years.

DC KASEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(iii) Request of M/s. Opto Infrastructure Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for Manufacturing Equipments, Devices, Accessories and Consumable for Medical Applications at Hassan, Karnataka, beyond 23th September 2013 (beyond 5th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 24th September, 2008. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted one extension validity period of which has expired on 23rd September, 2012. The developer applied for second extension which was examined on file by DoC and it was decided to have the implementation schedule and fresh inspection of the proposed SEZ. Meanwhile the validity of second extension has also expired.

The developer has requested for further extension due to change of sector from Electronic Hardware and Software including IT/ITES to sector specific SEZ for Manufacturing of Equipments, Devices, Accessories and Consumable for Medical Applications which was approved in April, 2012.

(i) Investment on land Rs. 37.76 crores. (ii) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 17.35 crores
(iii) Plan to additionally invest Rs. 523 crores in the project; (iv) Proposed to complete the project by September, 2015.

DC CSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(iv) Request of Kerala State Information Technology Infrastructure Limited for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Cheemeni Village, Kasaragod District, Kerala, beyond 18th September 2013 (beyond 5th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 19th September, 2008. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted two extensions validity period of which has expired on 18th September, 2013

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

(i) Investment on land

Rs. 25 crores

(ii) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 3.5 crores
(iii) Empanelled list of architects including PMC in various categories are ready with KSITIL for the construction and related activities.

DC CSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(v) Request of Kerala State Information Technology Infrastructure Limited for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Eramam Village, Kannur District, Kerala, beyond 18th September 2013 (beyond 5th year)

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

(i) Investment on infrastructural development Rs. 3.21 crores
(ii) Proposed to complete construction of IT buildings by November, 2014.

DC CSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(vi) Request of M/s. Tata Consultancy Limited for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Kolkata, West Bengal, beyond 13th December 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 14th December, 2007. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted three extensions validity period of which is up to 13th December, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension of the project due to its huge size and complex cities inspite of efforts from its end. The developer has completed four building blocks and internal fitting/out works in progress. Civil works of the balance block are in progress.

The developer has invested Rs. 138 cr on non land till date.

DC FSEZ has recommended the request for extension by one year.

(vii) Request of M/s. Inspira Infra (Aurangabad) Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for Pharmaceutical at MIDC, Five Star Industrial Area, Shendre District, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 5th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted three extensions validity period of which is going to expire on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to global economic slowdown, delay in grant of environmental clearance, introduction of MAT etc.

(i) Investment on land Rs. 10.95 crores (ii) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 27.90 crores
(iii) Proposed to implement the entire project by March, 2014.

DC SEEPZ SEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(viii) Request of M/s. Inspira Infra (Aurangabad) Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for Non-conventional energy including solar energy equipment at Plot No. C-22, MIDC, Five Star Industrial Area, Shendre District, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 5th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands is going to expire on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to global economic slowdown, delay in grant of environmental clearance, introduction of MAT etc.

(i) Investment on land Rs. 1 crores (ii) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 3.12 crores
(iii) Proposed to implement the entire project by March, 2014.

DC SEEPZ SEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(ix) Request of M/s. Parsvnath Infra Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for Biotechnology at Karakapatla Village, Mulugu Mandal, Medak District, Andhra Pradesh, beyond
14th August 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 22nd August, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 14th August, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to pendency of approval of their layout plans by the HMDA which has also not finalized Nala charges and land use certificate despite payment of necessary charges.

DC VSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(x) Request of M/s. Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at IT Plot (IIF/3), Area-II, New Town, Kolkata, beyond 13th December 2013 (beyond 5th year)

The developer has requested for further extension due to problems related to construction.

(i) Completion of perimeter demarcation and fencing (ii) Completion of building plan, tendering process, filling work, super structure works for four blocks.
(iii) Procurement of all major equipments (iv) Proposed time frame for completing the project as December, 2014

DC FSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xi) Request of M/s. Navi Mumbai SEZ Private Limited for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES-A at Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, beyond 24th October 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 25th October 2007. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has already been granted three extensions, validity of which is up to 22nd October 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

(i) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 73.67 crores till July, 2013 (ii) Have constructed boundary wall of 3.28 km, internal road work, storm water, IT ducts, bridge across the water channel, sub-station lifts. HVAC work in progress.

DC Navi Mumbai has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xii) Request of M/s. Navi Mumbai SEZ Private Limited for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES-B at Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, beyond 24th October 2013 (beyond 6th year)

The developer has requested for further extension due to implement the project.

(i) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 130.90 crores till July, 2013 (ii) Have constructed boundary wall of 3.28 km, internal road work, storm water, IT ducts, bridge across the water channel, sub-station lifts. HVAC work in progress.
(iii) Civil work of IT/ITES building of G+9 floor is expected to be completed by second quarter of 2013

DC Navi Mumbai has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xiii) Request of M/s. Navi Mumbai SEZ Private Limited for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES-C at Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, beyond 21st November 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 21st November, 2007. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has already been granted three extensions, validity of which is up to 21st November, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to implement the project.

(i) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 37.20 crores till July, 2013 (ii) Have constructed boundary wall, internal road work, storm water, IT ducts, bridge across the water channel, sub-station lifts.

DC Navi Mumbai has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xiv) Request of Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Vadapalanji, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to recession in the IT sector.

(i) Investment on infrastructural development Rs. 14.52crores
(ii) Plans to construct 63,000 sqft. Built up it space as incubation centre.

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xv) Request of Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Ilandhaikulam, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to complete the project.

(i) Investment on infrastructural development Rs. 14.99 crores
(ii) Plans to complete construction by March 2014 and commenced production by June, 2014.

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xvi) Request of Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Hosur-Viswanathapuram, Tamil Nadu, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to complete the project.

The developer has invested on infrastructural development Rs. 6.85 crores

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xvii) Request of Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Jagirammapalayam, Salem, Tamil Nadu, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 25th July, 2013. The developer has requested for further extension so as to complete the project.

The developer has invested on infrastructural development Rs. 5 crores

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xviii) Request of Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Gangaikondan village, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, beyond 25th July, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 26th July, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to complete the project.

The developer has invested on infrastructural development Rs. 12.76 crores

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xix) Request of M/s. Unitech Infracon Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Plot No. TZ – 04, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, beyond 22nd May, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 23rd May, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 22nd May, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension as work started in 2008 and the pace was slow due to global melt down and fluctuating market conditions.

(i) Investment till date of Rs. 77.26 crores including 44.96 crores on non land development and infrastructure related works.
(ii) Plans to make the project operational by 22nd May, 2015.

DC NSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xx) Request of M/s. Lodha Dwellers Pvt. Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at village Narivali, Taluka & District Thane, Maharashtra, beyond 2nd May, 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 3rd May, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 2nd May, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

(i) Investment on land

Rs. 1800 lakhs (ii) Investment on infrastructure

Rs. 3200 lakhs for infra and
48000 lakhs for buildings
(iii) Plans to complete infrastructure by end of 2014 and operationalise the SEZ by May 2016.

DC SEEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xxi) Request of M/s. Navi Mumbai SEZ Private Limited for extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of multi product at Dronagiri, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, beyond 29th July 2013 (beyond 6th year)

The developer was granted formal approval for setting up of multi product SEZ at Dronagiri, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra vide LoA dated 30th July 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 29th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to contiguity related problems.

(i) Investment

Rs. 3356 crores including 1627 crores on infrastructure development.

DC SEEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xxii) Request of M/s. Navi Mumbai SEZ Private Limited for extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, beyond 25th July 2013 (beyond 6th year)

The developer was granted formal approval for setting up of IT/ITES SEZ at Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra vide LoA dated 26th July 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 25th July, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

(i) Investment

Rs. 270.21 crores including 169.40 crores on infrastructure development.

DC SEEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xxiii) Request of M/s. Navi Mumbai SEZ Private Limited for extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for Multi Services at Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, beyond 25th July 2013 (beyond 6th year)

The developer was granted formal approval for setting up of IT/ITES SEZ at Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra vide LoA dated 26th July 2007 The SEZ stands has expired on 2nd May, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

Investment

Rs. 357.33 crores including 224.02 crores on infrastructure development.

DC SEEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xxiv) Request of M/s. Opto Infrastructure Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Mysore, Karnataka, beyond 20th August 2013 (beyond 6th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 21st August, 2007. The SEZ stands has expired on 20th August, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension due to delay in obtaining clearances from Government of Karnataka and consequent delay in the notification of the SEZ.

(i) Investment on infrastructure Rs. 15 crores
(ii) Plan to invest Rs. 4 crores during 2013-14

DC CSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA.

(xxv) Request of M/s. Calica Construction and Impex Pvt. Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Village Ognaj, Taluka Dascroi, District Ahmedabad, Gujarat, beyond 6th November 2013 (beyond 7th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 6th November, 2006. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted four extensions validity period of which has expired on 20th August, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to complete his project

The developer has completed: (i) Compound wall, roads (ii) Construction of 3.50 lakh sqft. of office space in two towers
(iii) Bore wells for water supply and

(i) Investment on land Rs. 2 crores (ii) Investment on other infrastructure Rs. 12 crores

(iii) Plan to invest Rs. 10 crores this year.

DC KASEZ has recommended the request for extension by one year.

(xxvi) Request of M/s. Ascendant Estates Pvt. Ltd. for further extension of the validity period of formal approval, granted for setting up of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES at Village Bhondsi, Tehsil Sohna, Gurgaon, Haryana, beyond 5th November, 2012 (beyond 7th year)

Formal approval to the developer was granted on 6th November, 2006. The SEZ stands notified as on date. The developer has been granted three extensions validity period of which has expired on 5th November, 2012.

The request from the developer for grant of fourth extension of year was returned to DC NSEZ for seeking updated report on the investment taken place in the project and its schedule of implementation.

DC NSEZ has informed that The BoA had earlier rejected 3rd LoA extension on 24.01.2012 and thus the LoA stood expired on 05.11.2011. However, during the expiry period, the developer requested the permission for construction of boundary wall, demarcation of processing area non-processing area & approval of Master Plan. These applications were submitted by the developer after expiry of validity of LoA on 05.11.2011 and could not be acceded to as the LoA had expired. The developer requested for reconsideration of 3rd LoA extension and LoA was subsequently extended vide letter dated 17th July, 2012. Such extension of LoA had actually given time of approx three months to the developer from August, 2012 to 5th November, 2012.

Meanwhile, developer vide its letter dated 19.06.2013 has stated that they will make fresh applications for construction of boundary wall, demarcation of processing and non- processing area and for the approval of master plan. The developer has also informed that they would like to take following steps after extension in the validity of their LoA for implementation of the project:-

(i) Consent for Establishment of SEZ from Haryana State Pollution Board (ii) Environment Clearance (iii) NOC from Fire Department (iv) Clearance from Airport Authority of India regarding height of the building

DC NSEZ has recommended that keeping in view of the circumstances explained above, extension of further six months may be allowed and progress may be watched.

(xxvii) Request of M/s. Metro Valley Corporation for seeking extension of validity period of its formal approval for setting up of a sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES SEZ at 5th Milestone, Village Gwal Pahari, Gurgaon, Haryana beyond 5th Nov 2013 (beyond 7th year)

The above mentioned SEZ was granted formal approval on 6th November, 2006. The developer has been granted extension seven extensions validity of which is up to 5th Nov, 2013.

The developer has requested for further extension so as to implement the project.

The developer has invested Rs. 149.5 crores so far in the project of which around Rs. 30.5 crores is FDI. In the last 4 years alone they have invested Rs. 18 crore in the development of infrastructure. DC NSEZ has noted that there is no progress during the intervening period from the last extension granted by the BoA till date as due to land dispute with Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon the developer is unable to start construction activity.

Item No. 60.6: Request for de-notification

(i) Request from Rajasthan State Industrial Development & Investment Corporation Limited (RIICO), a sector specific SEZ for Handicraft at Boranada, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, for de-notification of its SEZ notified over an area of
72.37 hectares.

The above mentioned SEZ stands notified on 8th September, 2003 over an area of
72.37 hectares and is operational.

Now, the developer has requested for de-notification of the SEZ due to its units in the SEZ been placed at a disadvantage w.r.t. those operating in DTA.

DC, NSEZ has forwarded the request for de-notification.

The request of the developer for de-notification of SEZ is placed before the BoA for consideration.

Item No. 60.7: Requests for extension of LoP beyond 3rd Year onwards

(i) Request of M/s Wipro Limited, a unit in ELCOT IT/ITES SEZ at Vilankurichi, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond
3rd December 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 4th December, 2007 for setting up of a IT/ITES unit in the above mentioned SEZ. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC MEPZ and three extensions by BoA validity of which is upto
3rd December, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year so as to complete the project.

The unit has invested Rs. 70.9 crores till date.

The unit is ready to commence operation by 4th quarter of 2013-14 The unit plans to start production by May, 2014.

DC MEPZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

The request is placed before BoA for its consideration.

(ii) Request of M/s ONGC Mangalore Petro Chemicals Limited, a unit in Mangalore SEZ at Mangalore, Karnataka for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond
6th November, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 7th November, 2007 for undertaking authorized operations viz manufacture and export of Paraxylene, Benzene, LPG, Hydrogen & Paraffinic Raffinate. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC CSEZ and two extensions by BoA validity of which is upto 6th November, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by six months (up to 6th May, 2014).

The unit has invested Rs. 4246 crores till 2nd July, 2013. The unit plans to start production by May, 2014.

DC CSEZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

(iii) Request of M/s Embedded IT Solutions (India) Pvt. Limited, a unit in M/s. FAB City SPV (India) Pvt. Limited, SEZ for Semiconductors at Ranga Reddy District, Andhra Pradesh for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 30th September, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 23rd December, 2008 for manufacture of “PCB’s and Electronic sub-assembly Products”. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC VSEZ and fourth extension by BoA validity of which is upto
30th September, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year due to some unavoidable delays.

The unit has invested Rs. 45,059,500 and completed 90% of civil works.

The unit plans to start production tentatively by end of October 2013.

DC VSEZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

(iv) Request of M/s Anjani Udyog Pvt. Limited, a unit in multiproduct SEZ developed by M/s Adani Port & SEZ at Mundra, Gujarat for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 30th September, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 28th March, 2008 for manufacture of
“Rolled Goods for Cotton Pads, Rolled Goods for Wipes, 100 GSM Rolled Goods”. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC APSEZ and one extension by BoA validity of which is upto 30th September, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year due to pending court case which had ordered not to carry out any development work till the Environment Clearance is granted by MoEF in favour of the developer.

DC APSEZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

(v) Request of M/s Sterling Biotech Ltd., a unit in Sterling SEZ at Bharuch, Gujarat for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 30th September, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 4th September, 2009 for manufacture of Gelatin and Di-Calcium Phosphate. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC Sterling SEZ validity of which is upto 1st September, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year due to some commercial exigencies.

The unit has invested Rs. 811.63 crores till date.

The unit has completed more than two third of the activities including construction.

The unit plans to start production by second quarter of 2014.

DC Sterling has recommended the request of extension for one year

(vi) Request of M/s. Vigor Laboratories, a unit in Indore SEZ at Indore, Madhya Pradesh for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 21st July, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 22nd January, 2008 for manufacture of Tablets, Capsules & Dry Syrups. Thereafter the developer has been granted two extensions by DC VSEZ and three extensions by BoA validity of which is upto 21st July, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year due to delay in receipt of construction material attributed to excessive rains.

The unit has invested Rs. 2.5 crores on infrastructure.

The unit has placed orders worth US $ 400,000.

DC Indore SEZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

(vii) Request of M/s Colour Chips New Media Limited, a unit in APIIC IT SEZ at Madhurvada, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 4th March, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 5th March, 2009 for undertaking operations of Software Enabled Service Development. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC VSEZ validity of which is upto 4th March, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year due to delay in raising funds from financial institutions.

The unit has invested Rs. 7.69 crores till date and completed 80% of works.

The unit plans to complete the project by February, 2014.

DC VSEZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

(viii) Request of M/s Amtech Electronics (India) Ltd., a unit in GIDC SEZ at Gandhinagar, Gujarat for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 6th September 2012

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 7th September, 2009 for manufacture and export of 1) AC Drive; and, 2) Medium Voltage Drive. Thereafter the developer has been granted two extensions by DC KASEZ validity of which has expired on 6th September, 2012.

The application for third extension from the unit was scrutinized by DC KASEZ and a verification report was called from the Specified Officer who reported that except soil filling and cleaning of plot no activity had commenced. The unit was further asked to furnish detailed plans, completion schedule and its commitment to commence production.

The unit has now applied for further extension of its validity period up to 6th September, 2014 for completing the project.

The unit has invested Rs. 2.55 crores for the project.

The unit has also submitted the time line indicating the construction, procurement of machinery and commencement of production by September, 2014. It has also sought condonation of delay for the period from 7th September, 2012 till date.

DC KASEZ has recommended the request of extension up to September, 2014.

(ix) Request of M/s XL Energy Limited, a unit in M/s. FAB City SPV (India) Pvt. Limited, SEZ for Semiconductors at Ranga Reddy District, Andhra Pradesh for extension of validity period of its LoP beyond 30th September, 2013

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 23rd March, 2008 for manufacture of “Solar Photovoltaic Cells and modules”. Thereafter the developer has been granted three extensions by DC VSEZ and two extensions by BoA validity of which is upto
27th September, 2013.

The unit has applied for further extension of its validity period by one year so as to make the project operational.

The unit has invested Rs. 175 crores on land and Rs. 153 crores on machinery and equipments. The unit plans to start production by November, 2013.

DC VSEZ has recommended the request of extension for one year

Item No. 60.8: Miscellaneous cases for LoP extension of units dealing in recycling of plastic

Rule 18(4) of SEZ Rules states that any proposal for extension of LoP w.r.t. a unit dealing with recycling of plastic or worn and used clothings shall be decided by the Board of Approval (BoA).

The BoA in its 58th meeting held on 12th June, 2013 decided that the validity of LoPs of units dealing with recycling of plastic or worn and used clothings be extended till
30th September 2013 or till such time the guidelines are finalized whichever is earlier.

Meanwhile the policy on units in SEZ carrying on recycling of plastic scrap or waste in SEZs were separately issued by D/o Commerce (Annexure -1) on 17th September, 2013,

Subsequently, it was decided to extend the LoPs of all the units dealing with recycling of plastic for a further period upto 30th November, 2013 or till further orders with directions for all the zonal DCs to bring all such cases before the next BoA meeting (originally scheduled for 17th October, 2013) for considering grant of extensions of their LoPs.
Accordingly, following proposals for extension of LoPs i.r.o units in the business of plastic recycling in the SEZ have been received for consideration of BOA.

(i) Request from DC KASEZ for extension of LoPs i.r.o units in the business of plastic recycling in the SEZ.

DC KASEZ has informed that there are 20 units of recycling of plastic scrap or waste in its zone. Out of these, following 19 units have applied for renewal of their LoPs.

(i) Kutch Polymers (ii) Plast-O-Fine Industries (iii) Add Polymers Pvt. Ltd.

(iv) Oswal Polymers India Ltd. (v) Imperial Overseas Pvt. Ltd. (vi) Sunrise Internationals (vii) Harish Processors Pvt. Ltd. (viii) Lucky Star International Pvt. Ltd. (ix) Moksh Star International (x) Shreeji Polymers (xi) Prasar Enterprises (xii) Shivam Scrap Recycling Pvt. Ltd. (xiii) Blaze International (xiv) Ansa Polymers Ltd. (xv) C.J. Plastics Pvt. Ltd. (xvi) Satguru Polyfab Pvt. Ltd. (xvii) Kandla Polyplast (India) Pvt. Ltd. (xviii) Polyrec Processors Pvt. Ltd. (xix) New Plastomers India Ltd.

The requests are placed before BoA for its consideration.

(ii) Request from DC FALTA for extension of LoPs i.r.o units in the business of plastic/ scrap/waste in the SEZ

DC Falta SEZ has informed that following 7 units of plastic/scrap/waste in its zone are falling the category of extension of their LoP.

(i) Precision Polyplast Pvt. Ltd. (ii) Bavaria Poly Private Ltd. which has been now M/s. Kalpena Industries Ltd. (iii) Amarnath Enviroplast Ltd. (iv) Alps Oberseas Pvt. Ltd. (v) Plastolene Polymers Pvt. Ltd. (vi) Sukhi India Pvt. Ltd. (vii) Nara Exim Pvt. Ltd.

The requests are placed before BoA for its consideration.

(iii) Request of DC Surat SEZ for renewal of LoP of M/s. Mclloyd Polymers Pvt. Ltd. a unit in Surat SEZ

DC Surat SEZ has forwarded the request of the unit for extension of its LoP. The request is placed before BoA for its consideration.

Item No. 60.9: Miscellaneous cases for LoP extension of units dealing in business of worn and used clothings

Rule 18(4) of SEZ Rules states that any proposal for extension of LoP w.r.t. a unit dealing with recycling of plastic or worn and used clothings shall be decided by the Board of Approval (BoA).

The BoA in its 58th meeting held on 12th June, 2013 decided that the validity of LoPs of units dealing in business of worn and used clothings be extended till 30th September 2013 or till such time the guidelines are finalized whichever is earlier.

Meanwhile the policy on units in SEZ to regulate functioning of worn and used clothings in SEZs was separately issued by D/o Commerce (Annexure -2) on 17th September, 2013.

Subsequently, it was decided to extend the LoPs of all the units dealing in business of worn and used clothings in SEZs for a further period upto 30th November, 2013 or till further orders with directions for all the zonal DCs to bring all such cases before the next BoA meeting (originally scheduled for 17th October, 2013) for considering grant of extensions of their LoPs. Accordingly, following proposals for extension of LoPs i.r.o units in the business of functioning of worn and used clothings in SEZs have been received for consideration of BOA.

(i) Request from DC KASEZ for extension of LoPs i.r.o units in the business of worn and used clothing in the SEZ

DC KASEZ has informed that there are 16 units of worn or used clothing in its zone. Out of these, following 14 units have applied for renewal of their LoPs.

(i) Raghvani Textiles Pvt. Ltd. (ii) Texool Wastesavers (iii) Flax Apparels Pvt. Ltd. (iv) Canam International Pvt. Ltd. (v) Maruti Exports (vi) Anita Exports (vii) Babu International (viii) Star Shine Clothing Pvt. Ltd. (ix) Om Siddh Vinayak Impex Pvt. Ltd. (x) Jindal Fibres (xi) Tulip Exim Pvt. Ltd. (xii) U.S. Clothing (India) Pvt. Ltd. (xiii) Safari Fine Clothing Pvt. Ltd. (xiv) C.J. Plastics Pvt. Ltd.

The requests are placed before BoA for its consideration.

Item No. 60.10: Case for ratification of Miscellaneous cases for LoA extensions

(i) Request for grant of fourth extension of the validity period of formal approval to M/s. Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) for setting up of sector specific SEZ at Kesurde, Taluka Khandala, District Satara, beyond 4th April, 2012

The above mentioned SEZ was granted formal approval on 5th April, 2006. The developer has been granted three extension validity is up to 4th April, 2012.

The developer requested for extension of validity for one more year. However, DC SEEPZ proposed that the LoA may be extended from 4th April, 2012 to 26th September, 2012

as M/s. Flamingo Pharmaceutical Ltd. an approved unit in the SEZ had commenced production on 26th September, 2012.

The matter was examined in this Department and it was decided to grant fourth extension of LoA up to 26th September, 2012 and then to get it ratified before BoA.

The matter is placed before BoA for ratification.

Item No. 60.11: Miscellaneous cases

(i) Request of M/s Platinum Holdings Pvt. Ltd. Developer of sector specific SEZ for Hardware and Software at Navalur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu for change in sector of its SEZ from Hardware and Software to IT/ITES

The above mentioned developer was issued formal LoA on 6th November, 2006. The SEZ stands notified over 10.57 hectares.

The developer has applied for change in sector from Hardware to Software due to recent amendment in SEZ Rules dated 12th August, 2013 (Annexure-3).

DC MEPZ has recommended the request.

(ii) Request of M/s. OPGS Power Gujarat Private Limited, developer of sector specific SEZ for Power at Bhadreshwar, Mundra, Kutch, Gujarat for change in sector of SEZ from ‘Power’ to ‘Engineering’

The above mentioned SEZ was given in-principle approval in power sector on 5th December, 2012 over 104.72.24 hectares. As on date they have completed 30-35% of the project work and invested Rs. 500 crores as works and placing order with BHEL for power plant.

The developer has requested for change in sector considering strong potential for engineering sector in the area.

In the 59th BoA held on 30th August, 2013, while the proposal for conversion of in- principle approval to formal approval of 55.249565 hectares was approved, the request for change in sector from ‘power to engineering’ was deferred for further examination on the request of the developer for change in sector of his SEZ.

DC KASEZ has since examined the request of the developer and opined that considering the fact that formal approval has been granted, request of the developer for the change of sector may be approved, since the power generated, in the power plant can be substantially consumed by the proposed engineering units in the SEZ.

The proposals are placed before BoA for its consideration.

(iii) Proposal of M/s. MMG Impex, a unit in MEPZ for manufacture of additional items

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP on 6th June, 2012 for manufacture and export of processed human hair.

The unit has applied for inclusion of manufacturing following items in its LoP:-

(i) Sandalwood handicraft products (ii) Sandalwood machine made products (iii)Sandalwood chips (upto 50 grams per piece) (iv) Sandalwood power/dust
(v) Sandalwood flakes/scrap/waste

The above request was placed before the UAC held on 6th November, 2013 who recommended this case to be placed before BoA

DC MEPZ has forwarded the request for its consideration by BoA (Annexure-4).

(iv) Proposal of M/s. L&T Shipbuilding Ltd., a unit in M/s. L&T Shipbuilding Ltd. SEZ at Kattupalli, Tamil Nadu requesting permission to import restricted items

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP for “manufacture/build, repair, and convert all types of Defence and commercial ships, Vessels and parts thereof”. The unit is operational as on date.

The unit has sought approval for procurement of restricted items that put in use in the shipbuilding activities as indicated below:-

Name of the Item IT HS CODE No of quantity required Radar with its accessories 85261000 34 sets

The unit has stated that it needs to import various restricted items frequently for their manufacturing of shipbuilding activities. Hence, the unit requested whether prior permission is required for import the restricted items since the Rule 27 of SEZ Rules, 2006, states “SEZ unit to import all items except prohibited items and moreover the Instruction No. 47 which supplied by DTA unit to SEZ unit only”.

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA (Annexure-5).

(v) Proposal of M/s. Larsen & Toubro Ltd., a unit in M/s. L&T Shipbuilding Ltd. SEZ at Kattupalli, Tamil Nadu requesting permission to import restricted items

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP for “manufacture, assembly, quality assurance/quality control, test & trial and load out of “Offshore Platforms and products: Piles, Jackets, Topsides and parts thereof, Floating production and storage units: FPSO, Semi- Submersible, TLP,SPAR, Jack-up Rig and parts thereof,”. The unit is operational as on date.

The unit has sought approval for procurement of restricted items that put in use in the shipbuilding activities as indicated below:-

Name of the Item IT HS CODE No of quantity required Radar 85261000 1 set Non-Directional Beacon 85269140 1 set The unit’s requirement to import/procure restricted items like Radar – 1 set and Non- Directional Beacon – 1 set for authorized activities that are to be fitted in the Well Head Platform manufactured by them.

As per Instruction No. 47 issued by this Department, prior approval of BoA to be obtained for the import/procurement of restricted items.

DC MEPZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA (Annexure-6).

(vi) Proposal of M/s. Tata Advanced Systems Limited, a unit in APIIC Limited SEZ at Adibatla village, Ranga Reddy District, Andhra Pradesh for approval of broad banding of their manufacturing activity to include Defence Products

The above mentioned unit was granted LoP for manufacture and export of “Fuselage of S-92 Helicopter” with an annual capacity of 65 Nos. The unit is operational as on date.

The unit has request for additional products (manufacture and export of Aero- structures, equipment, systems and propulsion systems, for military aircraft (both fixed with and rotary aircraft) and military helicopters which has a revenue potential of 25 Million USD.

DC VSEZ has recommended the request for its consideration by BoA (Annexure-7).

(vii) Request from M/s. Fidelity Business Services India Pvt. Ltd., a unit in sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES developed by M/s. DLF Infocity Developers (Chennai) Ltd. for re-location of its SEZ unit to another SEZ developed by M/s. TRIL Infopark Ltd., Chennai

The above mentioned request is on the ground of requirement of additional space for expansion of units business plan. The unit has acquired letter of consent from M/s. TRIL Infopark Ltd., Chennai and has also got no objection letter from M/s. GKS Technology Park Pvt. Ltd., co-developer of M/s. DLF Infocity SEZ Ltd. for shifting of the unit to TRIL Infopark Ltd. SEZ.

DC MEPZ has forwarded the request for its consideration by BoA (Annexure-8).

(viii) Request from M/s. Evalueserve SEZ (Gurgaon) Pvt. Ltd., a unit in sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES developed by M/s. Gurgaon Infospace SEZ at sector 21, village

Dundahera, Gurgaon, Haryana for transfer of its SEZ unit to another SEZ developed by M/s. Unitech Realty SEZ at Village Tikri, Gurgaon, Haryana

The above mentioned unit has stated that one of their group company M/s. Evalueserve.com Pvt. Ltd. has been granted an LoP in the SEZ developed by M/s. Unitech Realty SEZ at Village Tikri Gurgaon with the condition that they shall not claim income tax benefits and assessing officer has the powers to take final decision regarding income tax exemption.

The above mentioned unit has also informed that both the companies will be housed in the same SEZ after allowing shifting of existing SEZ unit which will be beneficial to them as:

(i) It would result in considerable cost savings in terms of administrative support and logistics costs.
(ii) The rentals of the proposed premises are significantly lower than the existing rentals in therefore they will have substantial reduction in their rental cost.

The unit has also submitted:

(i) Its letter of intent signed with M/s. Unitech Realty Projects Ltd. SEZ
(ii) Revised financial projection on account of increase in area subsequent to such shifting (Annexure-9)

DC NSEZ has forwarded the request for its consideration by BoA in terms of instruction 59 dated 18th June, 2010 according to which all the proposals for shifting of units from one SEZ to another SEZ are to be placed before the BoA for its consideration.

The proposals is placed before BoA for its consideration.

(ix) Request from M/s. Trenchant Trading Systems Pvt. Ltd, a unit in sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES developed by M/s. DLF Infocity Developers (Chennai) Ltd. for re- location of its SEZ unit to another SEZ developed by M/s. IG3 Infra Ltd., Chennai

The above mentioned request is on the ground of requirement of additional space for expansion of units business plan. The unit has acquired letter of consent from M/s. IG3 Infra Ltd., Chennai and has also got no objection letter from M/s. DLF Assets Pvt. Ltd., co- developer of M/s. DLF Infocity SEZ Ltd. for shifting of the unit to IG3 Infra Ltd., SEZ.

DC MEPZ has forwarded the request for its consideration by BoA (Annexure-10).

(x) Request from M/s. Sterlite Industries (I) Ltd., developer of sector specific SEZ for Copper at Vilage Veerapandiapuram, Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu for approval of its amalgamation with M/s. Sesa Goa Ltd. and for change of name of the SEZ to M/s. Sesa Sterlite Ltd.

The above mentioned request has been made pursuant to the scheme of amalgamation approved by share holders of respective companies and further approved by both the Hon’ble

High Court of Madras vide its order dated 25th July, 2013 and the Hon’ble High Court of Bombay, Goa bench vide its order dated 3rd April, 2013.

The scheme of amalgamation as approved by the Hon’ble High Court of Madras provided for alternation in the name clause for change of name from M/s. Sesa Goa Ltd. to M/s. Sesa Sterlite Ltd. or such other alternative name as may be permitted by Registrar of Companies.

Accordingly, M/s. Sesa Sterlite Ltd. have sought the approval of BoA for change of name to M/s. Sesa Sterlite Ltd. enclosing a copy of ROC’s certificate effecting change name from 18th September, 2013.

DC MEPZ has forwarded the requests for their consideration by BoA (Annexure-11).

(xi) Request from M/s. Vedanta Aluminium Ltd., developer of sector specific SEZ for Manufacture and Export of Aluminium at Jharsuguda, Orissa for its approval of its amalgamation with M/s. Sesa Goa Ltd. and for change of name of the SEZ to M/s. Vedanta Aluminium SEZ (a unit of Sesa Sterlite Ltd.)

The above mentioned request has been made pursuant to the scheme of amalgamation approved by share holders of respective companies and further approved by both the Hon’ble High Court of Madras vide its order dated 25th July, 2013 and the Hon’ble Court of Bombay, Goa bench vide its order dated 3rd April, 2013.

Accordingly, M/s. Vedanta Aluminium Ltd. have sought the approval of BoA for change of name to M/s. Sesa Sterlite Ltd. enclosing a copy of ROC’s certificate effecting change name from 18th September, 2013.

DC Falta has recommended the requests for their consideration by BoA
(Annexure-12).

(xii) Proposal for approved co-developer status along with infrastructure activities i.r.o:

(a) M/s. L&T Tech Park Ltd; and
(b) M/s. L&T Tejomaya Ltd.

Consequent upon de-merger of M/s. L&T Tech Park Ltd., Chennai, co- developer of sector specific SEZ for IT/ITES developed by M/s. Infopark SEZ at Ernakulam, Kerala

Formal approval was granted on 27th June, 2006 to M/s. L&T Tech Park Ltd., Ernakulam, Kerala as co-developer in the above mentioned SEZ. This was based on co- developer agreement dated 2nd June, 2006.

The scope of operations w.r.t. the above mentioned co-developer was increased from 4.35 acres to 7.44 acres on 7th January, 2009. This was based on co-developer agreement dated 10th July, 2009.

The co-developer had undertaken the development of the aforesaid area in two phases. The first phase comprising of the development of a super structure named “Tejomaya” of 0.4 million sqft. has been completed and the said super structure has been fully leased out and operational since March, 2008. A multi level car parking facility was also developed by the co-developer in the first phase and is being utilized by the occupants of Tejomaya.

The second phase comprising of the development of super structure named “Signature Tower” of approximately 0.65 million sqft. is presently vested with L&T Tech Park Ltd.
The co-developer i.e. M/s. L&T Tech Park Ltd. has since de-merged into the following companies:

(a) M/s. L&T Tech Park Ltd – restricting the area under its operations to 4.29 acres
(b) M/s. L&T Tejomaya Ltd. – restricting the area under its operations to 2.91 acres

An area measuring 0.24 acres called common drive way has been proposed to be shared equally.

The present request is from both of these de-merged companies as under
(Annexure-13).

(a) M/s. L&T Tech Park Ltd – Request for co-developer status restricting the area under its operations to an extant of 4.29 acres relating to development of second phase of the project with lease of 50% undivided shares in the common drive way measuring 0.24 acres

(b) M/s. L&T Tejomaya Ltd. Request for co-developer status restricting the area under its operations to an extant of 2.91 acres relating to operation, maintenance and augmentation of first phase of the project with lease of 50% undivided shares in the common drive way measuring 0.24 acres.

DC CSEZ has noted that both the above co-developers have entered into separate lease agreement with the developer for a period of 90 years. Both the co-developers have also

submitted their co-developer agreements executed with infopark for a minimum period upto 07.09.2095.

DC CSEZ has, recommended both the above proposals for their consideration by BoA.

The requests are placed before BoA for its consideration.

Item No. 60.12 : Applications for grant of Industrial Licence for items to be produced in SEZs

The subject of issue of Industrial License for Defence related items for SEZs and EOUs was earlier being handled by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion.
However, the subject has now been transferred to Department of Commerce. The matter was examined in the Department of Commerce and it was decided to place all such proposals / requests before BoA for its consideration.

(i) Application of M/s Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engg. Co. Ltd. for issue of industrial license for manufacture and development of C4I systems, electro-optical systems, underwater systems and avionics

The matter under consideration is the issue of industrial licence to M/s Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering Company Limited for Manufacture and development of C41 Systems, Electro-optical system, Underwater systems and avionics.

The subject of issue of Industrial License for Defence related items for SEZs and EOUs was earlier being handled by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion. However, the subject has now been transferred to Department of Commerce and all the pending cases including the case of M/s. Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engg. Co. Ltd., have been sent to Department of Commerce for issue of Industrial License.

In the present case, M/s Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engg. Co. Ltd. were issued Industrial licence No. DIL:35(2010) dated 6.10.2010 for manufacturing various types of vessels i.e. Very Large Crude Container vessel (VLCC)– 2.5 Nos., Panamax Vessels, Merchant vessels (Medium sized) and strategic/defence vessels (Medium sized) in Distt. Ambeli, Gujarat for starting commercial production within a period of two years from the date of issue of license.

The Unit has now applied for additional licence for manufacture and development of C41 systems such as Combat Management Systems (CMS), Battle Management Systems (BMS), Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS) and Integrated Platform Management Systems (IPMS).

In the subject case, comments of various Departments were sought by DIPP. The comments from the following Departments have been received:-

(1) Department of Defence Production (2) Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) (3) Department of Economic Affairs (4) Ministry of Micro Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME)

(5) State Government of Gujarat

Recommendations of Development Commissioner, KASEZ is awaited.

Based on the above, the case of M/s. Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engg. Co. Ltd., for grant of Industrial Licence for Manufacture and development of C41 Systems, Electro- optical system, Underwater systems and avionics is placed before BOA for a decision.

(ii) Application of M/s Syrma Technology Pvt. Ltd. for issue of industrial licence for defence products like Radio and Satellite Communication Equipment and Optronics & Optoelectronic System, etc.

The proposal under consideration is the issuance of Industrial license to M/s Syrma Technology Pvt. Ltd., an SEZ Unit, for manufacturing of defence products like Radio and Satellite Communication Equipment and Optronics & Optoelectronic Systems.

The subject of issue of Industrial License for Defence related items for SEZs and EOUs was earlier being handled by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion. However, the subject has now been transferred to Department of Commerce and all the pending cases including the case of M/s. Syrma Technology Pvt. Ltd., Chennai have been sent to Department of Commerce for issue of Industrial License.

In the subject case, comments of various Departments were sought by DIPP. The comments from the following Departments have been received:-

(1) Department of Defence Production (2) Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) (3) Ministry of Micro Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) (4) State Government of Tamilnadu

Recommendations of Development Commissioner, MSEZ – DC, MEPZ SEZ has recommended the case.

Based on the above, the case of M/s. Syrma Technology Pvt. Ltd., Chennai for grant of Industrial License for manufacturing of Radio & Satellite communication equipment and optronics & optoelectronic system only with proposed annual capacity of 500 Nos. is placed before BOA for a decision.

(iii) Application of M/s Data Patterns, Chennai for issue of industrial licence for design, development and manufacture of Radar, Sonar and Electronic Warfare Systems

The matter under consideration is the issue of industrial license to M/s Data Patterns, Chennai for design, development and manufacture of Radar, Sonar and Electronic Warfare Systems. M/s. Data Patterns is an SEZ unit and the developer is ETA Technopark SEZ, Chennai.

pending cases including the case of M/s. Data Patterns, Chennai have been sent to Department of Commerce for issue of Industrial License.

In the subject case, comments of various Departments were sought by DIPP. The comments from the following Departments have been received:-

(1) Department of Defence Production (2) Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) (3) Ministry of Micro Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) (4) State Government of Tamilnadu

Recommendations of Development Commissioner, MSEZ. The request of the unit may be placed in the BoA for approval.

Based on the above, the case of M/s. Data Patterns, Chennai for grant of Industrial Licence for Design, Development and Manufacture of Radar and Sonar Systems only with an annual capacity of 45 Nos. is placed before BOA for a decision.

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