The Federation of Baroda State Mills & Industries, originally established on 22nd April 1918 as the Baroda Mill Owners Association, has undergone significant evolution over its history. Under the progressive rule of Shrimant Sayajirao Gaekwad III, who encouraged industrial development and social reforms, the organization began as a collective of 42 members encompassing textile mills and various other industries such as chemicals, iron, pottery, and electric sectors within the Baroda State.
By 1930, the Federation had become a constituent member of the Federation of the Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FICCI) in New Delhi, enabling it to advocate for crucial industry-related issues at the central government level. In 1936, it adopted its new name, the ‘Federation of Baroda State Mills and Industries’, reflecting its broadened scope to include industries beyond textiles.
Following the merger of Baroda State with the Union of India in 1949, the organization was renamed ‘The Federation of Gujarat Mills and Industries’. This change marked its expanded role in representing the interests of Gujarat-based industries on a national scale. Finally, in 1995, the Federation underwent another name change to ‘Federation of Gujarat Industries’, solidifying its identity as a prominent advocate for industrial growth and development in the region.
Throughout its history, the Federation has maintained its registration under various acts, including the Societies Registration Act, 1860, and has established affiliations with influential bodies like the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and the All-India Organization of Industrial Employers, New Delhi. Today, it continues to uphold its mission of fostering industrial progress and advocating for the interests of Gujarat’s diverse industrial sectors on both regional and national platforms.
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