{"id":27001,"date":"2026-10-27T13:17:50","date_gmt":"2026-10-27T07:47:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/?p=27001"},"modified":"2026-10-27T13:17:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T07:47:50","slug":"glass-industry-of-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/glass-industry-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Glass Industry of India, History, Major Centres, Challenges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">India\u2019s <\/span><b>glass industry<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is an important part of the manufacturing sector, supplying products to the <\/span><b>construction, automobile, pharmaceutical, packaging, electronics and renewable energy industries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Growing demand for housing, infrastructure, vehicles and solar panels is creating new opportunities for the sector. However, <\/span><b>high energy costs, fuel supply disruptions, technological gaps and environmental concerns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> remain major challenges.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>What Is the Glass Industry of India?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>glass industry in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> involves the manufacturing and processing of different types of glass for household, commercial and industrial use. Glass is mainly produced by heating silica sand with other raw materials at high temperatures.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>All India Glass Manufacturers\u2019 Federation (AIGMF)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> represents the interests of glass manufacturers in India and contributes to industry discussions, policy matters and the exchange of sector-related information.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Historical Evolution of the Glass Industry in India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">India has a long history of glassmaking, from traditional decorative products to modern industrial manufacturing.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Ancient period:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The Indian epic Mahabharata contains references associated with glass-like materials and glassmaking traditions. Archaeological evidence, including glass beads found in the Ganges Valley and associated with the Painted Grey Ware cultural context, indicates the use of glass around the first millennium BCE.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Early production centres:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Archaeological remains from <\/span><b>Brahmapuri and Kolhapur<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> indicate glass-related activities in ancient India.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Medieval period:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> During the Mughal period, glassware such as <\/span><b>hookahs, perfume containers and decorative items<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> gained popularity.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Traditional manufacturing:<\/b> <b>Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> developed into a major centre for glass bangles, beads and decorative products. Its glassmaking traditions date back several centuries.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Modern industrial development:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Glass manufacturing gradually expanded into organised production, including sheet glass and other industrial products.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><b>Development of the Modern Glass Industry<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Two important milestones are associated with the development of modern glass manufacturing in India:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>1908:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> A glass manufacturing plant was established at Talegaon in Maharashtra during the early development of the modern Indian glass industry.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>1916:<\/b> <b>Shri Ishwar Das Varshnei<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> established United Provinces Glass Works at Bahjoi in present-day Uttar Pradesh. He is widely regarded as a pioneer of the modern Indian glass industry. He contributed to the development of <\/span><b>blown, pressed and sheet glass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and served as the first president of the Indian Ceramic Society.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><b>Major Types of Glass Manufactured in India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Different types of glass are produced according to their properties and intended uses.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<table style=\"width: 89.7831%;height: 528px\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>Type of glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>Main uses<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Float glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Windows, mirrors, building facades and solar applications<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Container glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bottles, jars and food and beverage packaging<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Pharmaceutical glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Medicine vials, ampoules and cartridges<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Toughened glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Doors, partitions, vehicle windows and building applications<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Laminated glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Windscreens, safety glazing and building facades<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Fibreglass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Insulation, reinforced plastics and industrial applications<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Speciality glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Electronics, laboratory equipment and specialised industrial uses<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Decorative glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bangles, beads, chandeliers and household products<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2><b>Current Status of the Glass Industry in India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">India has developed a sizeable glass manufacturing base that serves domestic and industrial demand. The sector includes large factories, specialised manufacturers and traditional production clusters.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">According to the supplied industry estimates, India's glass manufacturing sector produces approximately <\/span><b>26,000 tonnes of glass per day<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This includes around <\/span><b>12,500 tonnes of container glass daily<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and approximately <\/span><b>500 tonnes of pharmaceutical glass products<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, such as ampoules, vials and cartridges.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Other important features include:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Domestic consumption:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Nearly <\/span><b>80% of glass production<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is consumed within India, according to the supplied figures.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Construction demand:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Housing projects, offices and commercial buildings are major consumers of flat glass.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Automotive demand:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Vehicle production and demand for safety glazing support industry growth.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Packaging demand:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Glass bottles and jars are widely used for food, beverages, cosmetics and medicines.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Renewable energy demand:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Solar power expansion is increasing the need for specialised solar glass.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><b>Float Glass Market in India<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>float glass segment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> has benefited from growing construction activity and demand for modern buildings. The supplied estimates valued this segment at approximately <\/span><b>\u20b924,000 crore in 2022<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, with a projection to reach \u20b940,000 crore over the following four years.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This was a historical market forecast and should not be treated as a confirmed current market valuation.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">India also has considerable scope to increase its domestic consumption of float glass. The supplied data places <\/span><b>per capita float glass consumption at around 2.5 kg<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, compared with approximately <\/span><b>7-10 kg in developed countries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Although consumption varies by country and measurement method, this difference indicates potential for further growth.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Major Glass Manufacturing Centres in India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">India has several traditional glassmaking clusters known for specialised products. These centres support local employment, preserve traditional skills and contribute to the domestic glass industry.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<table style=\"width: 88.6331%;height: 346px\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>Manufacturing centre<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>State<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>Major products and importance<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Firozabad<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Uttar Pradesh<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Glass bangles, beads, chandeliers and decorative glassware; popularly known as the <\/span><b>Glass City of India<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Bahjoi<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Uttar Pradesh<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Historically important for organised glass manufacturing and United Provinces Glass Works<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Saharanpur<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Uttar Pradesh<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Traditional glass toys, including products locally described as panchkora<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Hyderabad<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Telangana<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Traditional glass bangles and decorative products<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Patna<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bihar<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Traditional ornamental glass beads and tikuli-associated craft traditions<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<p><b>Firozabad<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is one of India's best-known traditional glassmaking centres. Its industry produces bangles, beads, decorative articles and other glass products. The cluster supports artisans, small businesses, traders and related activities.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Importance of the Glass Industry in India's Economy<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The glass industry contributes to economic development in several ways.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Employment generation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> It provides jobs to factory workers, technicians, engineers, transport workers, artisans and small business owners.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Support to construction:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Glass is widely used in residential buildings, offices, shopping centres and infrastructure projects.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Industrial development:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> It supplies essential materials to the automobile, pharmaceutical, electronics and packaging industries.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Export opportunities:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Indian manufacturers can supply glassware, decorative products, containers and specialised glass to international markets.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Support for traditional crafts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Glassmaking clusters preserve traditional skills and provide local livelihoods.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Import substitution:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Domestic production of specialised glass can reduce dependence on imported products.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Manufacturing growth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Investment in glass production supports the wider development of India's industrial base.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><b>Factors Driving the Growth of the Glass Industry<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The growth of India's glass industry is driven by rising demand from construction, automobiles, renewable energy and other industrial sectors.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Growth in Construction and Housing: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rapid urbanisation, housing projects and infrastructure development are increasing demand for glass used in windows, doors, building facades, partitions and energy-efficient buildings.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Expansion of the Automobile Industry:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Rising vehicle production and changing vehicle designs are increasing demand for windscreens, side windows, rear windows and sunroofs.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Growth in Renewable Energy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The expansion of solar power projects is increasing demand for solar glass, which protects solar cells while allowing sunlight to pass through. Domestic production can also reduce dependence on imports.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Increasing Demand for Pharmaceutical Packaging: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Growing pharmaceutical production and healthcare needs are driving demand for glass vials, ampoules, medicine bottles and cartridges because suitable glass offers chemical resistance and helps protect medicines.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Rising Demand for Sustainable Packaging:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Increasing interest in reusable and recyclable packaging is supporting the use of glass bottles and jars in the food, beverage and cosmetics industries. Glass can be recycled repeatedly, although its environmental benefits depend on energy use, transportation and recycling infrastructure.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><b>Raw Materials Used in Glass Manufacturing<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Glass manufacturing requires several raw materials. Their proportions depend on the type of glass being produced.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<table style=\"width: 90.8654%;height: 396px\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>Raw material<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"tb-color\">\r\n<p><b>Role in manufacturing<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Silica sand<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Main glass-forming material<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Soda ash<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lowers the temperature required to melt silica<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Limestone<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Improves the chemical stability and durability of glass<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Dolomite<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Supplies calcium and magnesium compounds<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Recycled glass (cullet)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reduces the need for virgin raw materials and can lower melting energy requirements<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Special additives<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Provide specific colours, optical properties and other characteristics<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2><b>Challenges Faced by the Glass Industry in India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">India\u2019s glass industry faces several challenges that affect production costs, competitiveness and sustainable growth.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>High Energy Consumption:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Glass manufacturing requires very high temperatures, making energy a major production cost. Rising fuel and electricity prices increase manufacturing expenses.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Fuel Supply Constraints: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shortages of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/natural-gas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">natural gas<\/a><\/strong> and other fuels can disrupt furnace operations. Restarting certain furnaces may take 6-12 months and cost \u20b950-200 crore, depending on the furnace and damage.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Dependence on Advanced Technology: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">High investment costs and limited access to modern machinery can affect productivity, product quality and specialised glass manufacturing.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Shortage of Skilled Workers: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The industry needs trained engineers, technicians, furnace operators and quality-control specialists to operate modern production systems.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Environmental Concerns:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> High-temperature manufacturing generates greenhouse gas emissions and may produce dust and other industrial pollutants.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Waste Management and Recycling:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Inadequate collection, sorting and processing facilities limit the effective use of recycled glass.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><b>Environmental Impact and Sustainable Manufacturing<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The future of the glass industry depends partly on its ability to reduce its environmental footprint.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Important measures include:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Increasing recycling:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Using recycled glass reduces the need for virgin raw materials and can lower melting energy requirements.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Improving furnace efficiency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Modern furnace designs and better process controls can reduce energy consumption.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Adopting cleaner fuels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Manufacturers can explore lower-emission energy options where technically and economically feasible.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Using renewable electricity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Renewable power can reduce emissions associated with electricity consumption, although high-temperature heat requirements also need attention.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Reducing industrial emissions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Better pollution-control systems can improve air quality around manufacturing facilities.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Developing energy-efficient products:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Insulated and solar-control glass can help reduce energy use in suitable buildings.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><b>Government Support and Future Opportunities<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The growth of India's glass industry is connected to wider developments in manufacturing, infrastructure, housing, renewable energy and industrial policy.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The following areas offer important opportunities:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Domestic manufacturing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Strengthening local production of specialised glass can reduce import dependence.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Renewable energy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Expanding solar power capacity can create additional demand for solar glass.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Infrastructure development:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> New buildings, transport facilities and commercial projects can increase demand for flat and safety glass.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Research and development:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Investment in advanced materials, automation and energy-efficient furnaces can improve productivity.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Skill development:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Industry-linked training can help workers operate modern machinery and maintain quality standards.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Recycling infrastructure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Better collection and processing facilities can improve resource efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Support for traditional clusters:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Improved equipment, safer workplaces, access to finance and better market connections can strengthen artisan-based manufacturing.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India&#8217;s glass industry makes products for buildings, vehicles, medicine and solar panels. 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