LANCASHIRE firms looking to break into the Indian market are being offered a helping hand.

India is being tipped as one of the top growth markets in 1996 with rising consumer spending and demand for manufactured products.

The DTI is offering funding to firms interested in taking part in the India Intechmart exhibition in New Delhi next month.

Further details are available from Dick Badami at Nimtech on 01744 453366.

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