Smart industrial cities to be built in 12 states like Dholera and Greater Noida, Govt announces
The Central Government has announced the development of 12 new smart industrial cities across multiple states, inspired by successful models such as Dholera in Gujarat and Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh.
In a major push to strengthen domestic manufacturing and industrial infrastructure, the Government of India has announced plans to develop 12 new smart industrial cities across different states. These cities will follow the development models of established industrial hubs such as Dholera in Gujarat and Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, which are known for planned infrastructure and investor-friendly ecosystems.
Sharing details of the initiative, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), stated that two smart industrial cities are already being developed in Andhra Pradesh and Bihar. He added that proposals for additional cities have been submitted to the Union Cabinet for approval.
With the addition of these new projects, the total number of smart industrial cities in the country will rise to 20. Out of these, infrastructure development is already underway in eight cities, while work on the remaining locations is progressing at various planning stages.
Cities such as Dholera (Gujarat), Arik (Maharashtra), Vikram Udyogpuri (Madhya Pradesh), and Krishnapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) are actively developing modern infrastructure. These cities are focusing on planned industrial layouts, internal road networks, utilities, and the allotment of industrial plots to attract domestic and global investors.
The government is also working to establish essential facilities such as transport connectivity, water supply, reliable power infrastructure, and environmental clearances in four additional industrial cities. Each project is being developed with sustainability and long-term industrial growth in mind.
According to DPIIT, the state governments will play a key role by providing land and supporting the creation of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) for each city. These SPVs will oversee development and implementation, ensuring smooth coordination between central and state authorities.
The announcement of 12 new smart industrial cities was made in the recent Union Budget and is expected to significantly boost manufacturing, employment generation, and regional economic development. The initiative reflects the government’s long-term vision of building world-class industrial ecosystems across India.
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