Government Bans Imports Of Air Conditioners with Refrigerants

Government Bans Imports Of Air Conditioners with Refrigerants

Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Economy; Trade

In news

• Indian Government has banned imports of air conditioners with refrigerants in order to promote domestic manufacturing and cut imports of non-essential items. 

Key takeaways 

• Non-essential electronic goods have been under the purview of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry since the government decided to push for self-reliance in various sectors.
• Air conditioners have been specifically singled out by Indian Prime Minister as an example of a segment where self-reliance was required.
• In July 2020, the government had imposed restrictions on the imports of various colour TV sets as well.