Discussion I – 5 September 2021

In recent times, India has witnessed a major growth in the export and import of
goods and services. Encouraged by this positive change, more and more
entrepreneurs or startups are venturing into this area.

Leather industry in India is one such industry which has been explored by many
start-ups in the recent past. A large number of small and medium-sized companies
are already doing this business successfully. India has held a strong position for
years in exporting leather products like wallets, belts, toys, and handbags.

Radhey, an engineer by profession, has been supplying leather products to

corporate clients in the domestic market. He is keen to expand his business outside
geographic boundaries through exports. However jumping into the export of
leather products without having complete understanding of the export import
business in India may turn out to be a nightmare experience.

Question
1. Radhey is a bit jittery about the whole export business, how would you
encourage him?
2. Advise Radhey about the procedures to start the export business of leather
products and also the supportive government schemes.
3. Help Radhey identify the category of products to be exported.

For Reference:
http://leatherindia.org/