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The proposed policy also stipulates that for every additional Rs. 5,000 crore (US $524 million) invested, companies will be required to generate an additional 500 jobs.

In his expanded role, Bansal will oversee technology strategy and operations across India and the wider APAC region, supporting Bata’s retail, manufacturing, supply chain, warehousing and digital commerce functions across multiple markets.

The state government has proposed a textile skill development framework focused on stronger coordination among industries, training institutions and government departments.

As part of its growth strategy, the brand is focusing on strengthening its presence through a mix of mall-based and high-street locations, with recent openings in Hyderabad, Vizag, and Ghaziabad.

Basumatari brings extensive experience in human resources, talent management, organisational development, learning and development, leadership capability building, campus relations, employee development and people strategy.

Beyond direct financial losses, dark patterns are driving major behavioural changes among consumers, placing more than Rs. 55,000 crore (US $5.76 billion) in gross merchandise value (GMV) at risk as users reduce spending, compare alternatives more aggressively, or migrate to competing platforms.