Shri Mukhtarul Amin, Vice - Chairman, CLE met H.E. Ambassador Molalign Asfaw, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in New Delhi today & discussed about opportunities for enhancing trade & economic collaboration between Ethiopia and India.

Shri Mukhtarul Amin,Vice Chairman,CLE participated in the pre budget consultations organised by Trade and Fiscal Policy Division of DPIIT today and took up various requests of leather and footwear sector for consideration in Union Budget 2027-28.

Shri Mukhtarul Amin,Vice - Chairman,CLE attended the Entry into Force event of India - New Zealand FTA held in Vanijya Bhawan,New Delhi on 19.10.26 & spoke about huge export growth prospects to New Zealand,as the FTA provides 0% duty for leather, leather products & footwear,

Shri Mukhtarul Amin, Vice Chairman,CLE met Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary,DPIIT today and discussed about support measures for growth of footwear and leather industry.

The India–Oman CEPA strengthens India’s export potential by expanding market access and creating new opportunities across key sectors. Simplified procedures and reduced trade barriers can help Indian businesses enhance their competitiveness and deepen their presence in Oman. The agreement marks an important step towards strengthening bilateral trade ties and expanding India’s reach across the wider Middle East. #IndiaOmanCEPA #IndiaOmanTrade #Exports #TradeAndCommerce #MarketAccess @PIB_India @RajeshAgrawal94

जगात भारी, आपली कोल्हापूरी! Timeless in tradition, iconic in style, the GI-tagged Kolhapuri Chappal remains a proud legacy of India’s generational artistry and craftsmanship. Under the leadership of CM @Dev_Fadnavis ji, Dy. CMs @miEknathShinde ji and @SunetraA_Pawar ji, Maharashtra’s rich heritage continues to inspire pride and create new opportunities for our artisans.

CLE organised 3rd edition of Soles for Souls marathon today in Chennai to create awareness on drug free society.Shri M. Abdul Wahab,RC (South); Shri S.A Raman,MD,SIPCOT: Shri J. Rafiq Ahmed,Member,COA & Shri Ramjee Yogasundaram,Member,COA& industry members flagged off the event.

A major step towards self-reliant design R&D, rapid innovation, advanced prototyping and globally competitive footwear and leather products. @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @DrNKalaiselvi @leatherssc @cle_india #CSIRCLRI #MakeInIndia #Innovation #AtmanirbharBharat

The Centre of Excellence – Design Studio for Footwear & Leather Sector was inaugurated at CSIR-CLRI by Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia Secretary @DPIITGoI, & Dr. (Smt.) N. Kalaiselvi, Secretary DSIR & DG, @CSIR_IND in the presence of Dr. P. Thanikaivelan, Director, CSIR-CLRI.

Technology Transfer Agreement exchanged between CSIR-CLRI & 11 artisans of Tamil Nadu for the CLRI process technology to produce leather for musical instruments, marking a meaningful step in bringing science to traditional craftspeople @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @DrNKalaiselvi

@clriindia celebrated the 85th Foundation Day of CSIR on 9 October 2026, in the distinguished presence of Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, @DPIITGoI GoI as the Chief Guest. @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @DrNKalaiselvi @cle_india

A memorable occasion at Hyderabad House, New Delhi, as Shri Puran Dawar, Chairman,DCFLI and Dawar Group, attended the luncheon hosted by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in honour of H.E. Mr. Guy Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation on 5.10.26.

Bahadurgarh Footwear Development Centre,along with CIFI & CLE, organised an interactive session in Bahadurgarh on 7.10.26. Shri Puran Dawar,Chairman,DCFLI; Shri Muktarul Amin,Vice Chairman, CLE; Shri Motilal Sethi, RC (North); Shri Inder Chabra, President,CIFI & members attended.

CLE Central Region organized an ‘Outreach Session on Export Promotion Mission (EPM) Schemes’ on 29.9.26 at Unnao. Shri Yadvendra Singh Sachan, Regional Chairman-Central; Shri Omar Farooq, Convenor, S&H Panel & 65 members attended.

CLE Eastern Region in association with Directorate of MSME & T Department, Govt of West Bengal, organized outreach seminar at Shantiniketan Leather cluster today. SDO Bolpur; Mr.Zia Nafis Regional Chairman ,CLE and 60 manufacturers of Shantiniketan leather goods attended.

Shri Mukhtarul Amin, Vice Chairman, CLE and Shri Yadvendra Sachan, Regional Chairman-Central, CLE, attended the meeting on investment opportunities in Madhya Pradesh, organised on 27th September 2026 in Kanpur by Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation.

CLE,Agra organised the workshop on implementation of Export Promotion Mission Scheme in Leather & Footwear sector today (Sept.25) in Agra. Shri Puran Dawar,Chairman ,DCFLI and industry stakeholders participated.