India's rubber production grew in 2012
ERJ staff report (DS)
Mumbai -- In the year 2011-2012, India consumed 964,415 tonnes of rubber, up from the figure of 947,715 tonnes In the previous year. Production also increased, to 903,700 tonnes, from 861,950 tonnes a year earlier.
A press release from the Indian Government said, "A Rubber Skill Development Centre has already been set up, jointly promoted by All India Rubber Industries Association and Automotive Tyre Manufacturers Association under the scheme of National Skill Development Corporation."
The information was given by the Minister of State for Commerce & Industry Dr. D. Purandeswari in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha on 26 November.
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Press release from Government of India
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