CM Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates STPI Centre in Gorakhpur, Highlights Technology's Role in Development
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, speaking at the inauguration of the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) centre at the Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA), emphasized that embracing technology is essential to remain competitive in today's global landscape. He stated that technology can significantly accelerate development and transform growth into sustained progress, marking a pivotal moment for the region's economic future.
Government's Commitment to Innovation and Self-Reliance
Adityanath acknowledged that technology adoption takes time, noting, "Technology takes a little time to arrive. It takes some time to convert innovation into research and development." However, he assured that the government is actively working to provide a platform for the ideas existing within the youth, aligning with the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) initiative. He highlighted that post-2014, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, initiatives have created platforms for talent to thrive, addressing previous governments' failures in converting scale into skill.
Boost for Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Startup Ecosystem
The CM termed the STPI Gorakhpur centre a major boost for eastern Uttar Pradesh, offering a plug-and-play model that allows startups to function without infrastructure concerns. He revealed that over 20,000 startups are currently operational in Uttar Pradesh, with nearly half led by women entrepreneurs, showcasing a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial spirit.
Key announcements included:
- The region's first centre of excellence will be inaugurated on April 15.
- A green hydrogen energy centre is being set up at Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology with Rs 50 crore in government support.
Adityanath explained, "New India believes in both heritage and development. And so that we do not have to depend on any other country, green hydrogen energy will become a vital medium." He added that discussions with Japan, which is at an advanced stage in this technology, are underway to move the program forward collaboratively.
Infrastructure and Investment Highlights
The CM highlighted Gorakhpur's transformation over the past nine years, with investments worth Rs 1 lakh crore boosting infrastructure, healthcare, and employment. GIDA alone has attracted over 350 industries with investments exceeding Rs 17,000 crore, demonstrating the region's growing appeal as an industrial hub.
The new STPI facility, built over 3.5 acres at a cost of Rs 20 crore, offers:
- Incubation space for startups and IT firms.
- High-speed internet connectivity.
- Modern infrastructure to promote IT/ITES, BPO, and startup activities in the region.
This development is expected to catalyze further economic growth and job creation in eastern Uttar Pradesh, reinforcing the state's push towards technological advancement and self-reliance.
