<h1>Apple Imports Under Scrutiny: Local Growers Seek Protection Against Foreign Competition to Preserve Rs 4,500 Crore Industry</h1> A state chief minister plans to request a ban on apple imports from Turkey and America, arguing these imports negatively impact local apple growers in Himachal Pradesh. He intends to raise this issue directly with the prime minister during an upcoming meeting. The local apple industry is valued at Rs 4,500 crore and is experiencing challenges from international imports. The chief minister also announced plans to decentralize regulatory offices from the state capital.