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## Report on the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Footwear Design and Development Institute, Managing Director Recruitment Amendment Rules, 2022 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Footwear Design and Development Institute, Managing Director Recruitment Amendment Rules, 2022. This amendment modifies the existing recruitment rules established in 2018. The core purpose of the amendment appears to be to shift the administrative oversight and selection committee composition for the Managing Director position within the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) from the Department of Commerce to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Key findings indicate a change in the departmental affiliation for managing director recruitment and a modification of the Departmental Selection Committee composition. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an informative overview and analysis of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Footwear Design and Development Institute, Managing Director Recruitment Amendment Rules, 2022. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the amendment notification. The purpose is to inform affected industries and stakeholders about the changes implemented and their potential implications. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy:** Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Footwear Design and Development Institute, Managing Director Recruitment Rules, 2018. * **Core Objective(s) (inferred):** The original policy aimed to establish rules and procedures for the recruitment of the Managing Director of the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI). This amendment refines the existing rules regarding oversight of this recruitment process. **4. Background and Rationale:** This amendment likely stems from a realignment of responsibilities within the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The shift of responsibilities from the Department of Commerce to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) suggests a strategic decision to consolidate or re-prioritize oversight of the FDDI's management recruitment process within the DPIIT. The changes to the selection committee may be intended to bring in different perspectives, expertise, or to reflect a broader industry representation in the selection process. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** The amendment introduces the following specific changes to the 2018 rules: * **Change 1:** In Rule 4, sub-rule 2, the words "Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce" are substituted with "Additional Secretary or Joint Secretary to the Government of India in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade." This means the oversight of the Managing Director recruitment now falls under the DPIIT rather than the Department of Commerce. This change centralizes oversight within DPIIT * **Change 2:** In Rule 4, sub-rule 4, the words "Department of Commerce" are substituted with "Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade." This change aligns the Department responsible with overall change of authority to DPIIT. * **Change 3:** In Rule 4, sub-rule 6, the words "Department of Commerce" are substituted with "Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade." This change aligns the Department responsible with overall change of authority to DPIIT. * **Change 4:** In the Schedule, under column 12 (Departmental Selection Committee), the composition is modified. The committee will now consist of: * Additional Secretary to the Government of India in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (Chairperson) * The Chairperson, Governing Council, Footwear Design and Development Institute (Member) * One member from the Leather Industry to be nominated by the Central Government (Member) * One outside expert of eminence from the Central Leather Research Institute or National Institute of Fashion Technology or Indian Institute of Technology or National Institute of Design to be nominated by the Central Government (Member). The key difference is the clear definition of the Chairperson's role and affiliation, along with the explicit inclusion of a leather industry representative and an expert from a relevant institute. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders directly affected by these changes include: * The Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) * Individuals interested in applying for the Managing Director position at FDDI * The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, specifically the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) * The Leather Industry * Central Leather Research Institute * National Institute of Fashion Technology * Indian Institute of Technology * National Institute of Design **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is now the primary responsible body for overseeing the Managing Director recruitment process. The Departmental Selection Committee, with its revised composition, will be responsible for evaluating candidates. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The amendment comes into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette (July 22, 2022). Specific timelines and procedures for the Managing Director recruitment process itself are not detailed in this amendment but are likely outlined in the original 2018 rules, as amended. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcomes of these changes include: * Streamlined oversight of the FDDI Managing Director recruitment process under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). * A more industry-focused and expert-driven selection process, due to the inclusion of a leather industry representative and an outside expert on the selection committee. * Potentially a shift in the strategic direction of FDDI, depending on the priorities of the DPIIT and the expertise of the newly appointed Managing Director. **9. Conclusion:** The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Footwear Design and Development Institute, Managing Director Recruitment Amendment Rules, 2022, represent a shift in administrative oversight and selection processes for the FDDI's Managing Director. The amendments centralize responsibility within the DPIIT and modify the selection committee to include broader industry and expert representation. These changes are likely intended to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Managing Director recruitment process and align the FDDI's leadership with the strategic goals of the DPIIT. The amendment is of significant interest to the footwear and leather industries, as well as prospective candidates for the Managing Director position.

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