NRI body seeks rehab package for returnees

NEW DELHI (INDIA): Indo-Arab Confederation Council, a forum for welfare of NRIs, has urged the states and the government of India to implement rehabilitation projects for Indians returning home after working long years in various foreign countries.nnThe national council meeting of the outfit, held here the other day, suggested that the government work out schemes for the returnees by utilising their capabilities, expertise, experiences and investment.nnThe meeting also wanted guidance centres to be set up in various states to advise overseas Indians on making investments in productive sectors, the outfit’s general secretary Attakoya Pallikandy said in a statement.nnThe meeting also decided to explore possibilities of setting up an industrial complex in Maharashtra to rehabilitate returnees, Pallykandi said.nnSource: Press Trust of India