The tea industry has been going through an economic crisis over the last few years. Tea prices have remained stagnant while costs have continued to increase, both for inputs and wages. Added to this, COVID-19 will have a huge negative impact on the financial condition of the industry. The tea industry requires a Financial Relief Package to tide over the crisis.
The Consultative Committee of Plantation Associations looks at some interventions which are placed for the Hon’ble Government of India’s consideraiton.