FM Sitharaman Praises Women's Role in Match Industry Growth

Imagine a place in Tamil Nadu called 'Little Japan,' known for making matches.

The Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, visited this area to celebrate a big anniversary of the match industry.

She talked about how important the women are who work in the match factories, growing the industry even when it's hot and there's not much water.

She said the women have done amazing work balancing work and family life, and have made the region famous.

She also talked about upcoming tax changes and encouraged the industry to dream big for the future.