Chandigarh, Feb. 18 -- The Punjab government on Tuesday announced the formation of a state trade commission aimed at simplifying business operations for small traders, shopkeepers and entrepreneurs.

Finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema said the initiative reflects the government's commitment to making governance more accessible and responsive to those who drive Punjab's economy.

"The key objective of the commission is to ensure that traders no longer have to run for routine approvals, departmental clearances and day-to-day business-related work," said Cheema.

He adds that the trade commission will act as a platform to save the time, effort and money of the trading community. It will provide a faster and smoother resolution mechanism fo...