HON’BLE CHIEF GUEST: SHRI S.S.D. VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA

HON’BLE CHIEF GUEST: SHRI S.S.D., VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA
The Industrial Promotion Award 1990–91, organized by the Council for Industrial and Trade Development (CITD), was a landmark event recognizing exceptional contributions to India’s industrial advancement. The prestigious ceremony was graced by Shri S.S.D., the then Hon’ble Vice President of India, as the Chief Guest, whose presence added immense significance to the occasion.
The Industrial Promotion Award for the year 1990–91, organized by the Council for Industrial and Trade Development (CITD), was a landmark initiative aimed at recognizing and celebrating outstanding achievements in the field of industry and trade. This prestigious national event served as a platform to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of individuals and organizations that have driven India’s industrial progress through innovation, dedication, and leadership.






The award ceremony was graced by the distinguished presence of Shri S.S.D., the then Hon’ble Vice President of India, who attended as the Chief Guest. His participation lent exceptional stature and credibility to the occasion, underlining the importance the Government of India placed on industrial development and the role of private enterprise in nation-building.
During his address, Shri S.S.D. emphasized the critical role of industrialization in achieving economic self-reliance and sustainable growth. He lauded the efforts of the award recipients and encouraged the industrial community to continue striving for excellence, adopting modern technologies, and promoting ethical business practices. His remarks served as both inspiration and guidance for India’s industrial stakeholders.
The recipients of the Industrial Promotion Award 1990–91 included a diverse range of entrepreneurs, industrialists, and enterprises from across the country. They were recognized not only for their commercial success but also for their contributions to employment generation, technological advancement, and regional development. Their work reflected the spirit of enterprise that CITD seeks to foster and support.







This event also highlighted CITD’s broader mission of facilitating industrial and trade development through advocacy, recognition, and capacity-building. The Council’s commitment to promoting innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness remains unwavering, as it continues to serve as a vital link between industry and policy-making bodies.
The 1990–91 award ceremony remains a proud and memorable milestone in CITD’s history. It reaffirmed the organization’s role in shaping India’s industrial narrative and underscored the importance of honoring those who contribute to the nation’s economic and social progress.