In a decisive push to transform investment intentions into ground reality, the Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday placed a sharp focus on accelerating land readiness and fast-tracking the creation of industrial parks. The high-level review meeting, chaired by the state's Industrial Development Minister, Nand Gopal Gupta 'Nandi', at Invest UP, saw clear directives issued to key development authorities to eliminate bottlenecks and ensure time-bound execution.
Directives for Speed and Precision in Land Development
Minister Nandi issued specific instructions to officials from major industrial bodies, including Noida, Greater Noida, Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA), and BIDA. The core mandate was to expedite land acquisition processes, resolve any pending issues, and crucially, ensure that industrial plots are made fully investor-ready within stipulated deadlines.
The minister underscored a critical shift in the state's approach, moving from "intent to execution" with urgency. He championed a "zero-error, maximum output in minimum time" philosophy, asking all departments to enhance inter-agency coordination. The goal is to prevent unnecessary delays in approvals, documentation, and on-ground implementation, creating a seamless pathway for investors.
Strengthening Data Backbone and Ease of Doing Business
A significant part of the discussions revolved around fortifying the state's data infrastructure to support policy-making. Officials briefed the minister on the ongoing statewide industrial survey being conducted with specialized agencies. A consolidated report from this survey, expected to guide future cluster development and policy decisions, is slated for submission soon.
Reforms under the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) umbrella formed another crucial segment. The meeting reviewed the performance of the Rationalised Single Window Act, time-bound approval systems, and the issuance of functionality certificates. Minister Nandi asked agencies to intensify investor facilitation efforts, ensuring that all approvals—particularly those related to land, utilities, and regulatory compliance—are granted within the promised timelines.
Roadmap for Large-Scale Industrial Ecosystems
Looking beyond immediate plots, the review also set sights on developing large-scale industrial ecosystems. Authorities were directed to optimize land pricing structures and plan for plug-and-play facilities to attract investors. Furthermore, they were asked to identify new NIRMAN Kshetras—areas capable of hosting large anchor industries and their accompanying supply-chain networks.
Representatives from Noida and YEIDA provided updates on the status of park development, connectivity upgrades, and upcoming logistics infrastructure projects. Emphasizing the state's ambitious economic vision, Minister Nandi stated, "Uttar Pradesh's USD 1 trillion economy ambition hinges on speed, coordination, and data-backed decision-making. Efficiency, transparency, and swift execution must remain central to our industrial roadmap."
The meeting was attended by Minister of State Jaswant Singh Saini, Additional Chief Secretary (Infrastructure & Industrial Development) Alok Kumar, MSME & Export Promotion Secretary and Invest UP CEO Pranjal Yadav, along with senior representatives from all industrial development authorities. The Invest UP team presented an overview of the state's manufacturing progress since 2023, highlighting advancements in unit operations, investor onboarding, and land allotment.
