Nitish Mishra, Industries, Bihar recently inaugurated a premium bag manufacturing unit for High Spirit Commercial Ventures (Priority Bags) at the Muzaffarpur Textile Park. This new facility significantly contributes to the state's industrial growth.

Spanning 48,000 sq ft, this facility boasts an annual production capacity of 840,000 vegan leather bags. It's expected to generate over 8,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities, providing a substantial boost to job creation in Muzaffarpur and surrounding districts. The factory is fully equipped with more than 3,500 advanced sewing machines, ready to engage young people and skilled artisanal workers.

With this addition, the High Spirit Group now operates four factories in Bihar, achieving a combined production capacity of 1.8 million bags per year within the state.

Hailing the initiative as a prime example of the ‘Make in Bihar’ model, Mishra highlighted it as a testament to growing investor confidence in the region. He emphasized on the state government's ongoing efforts to refine its industrial policies, aiming to make Bihar a more attractive investment destination and enhance local economic self-reliance.

A key aspect of this new unit is its commitment to sustainability and ethical production, exclusively utilizing vegan and eco-friendly raw materials. The factory is also focused on adhering to international grading compliance, further aiding the fashion industry in its journey toward environmental responsibility.

This opening follows another recent development in Muzaffarpur's industrial landscape. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar recently inaugurated a bag manufacturing unit valued at Rs. 37 crore (approximately $4.44 million USD) for Cosmos Lifestyl. Established under the Bihar Textiles and Leather Policy 2022, this unit is spread across 5 acre and also aims to foster industrial development and increase employment opportunities in the region.