Industrial Development in Eastern Uttar Pradesh Gains Momentum

Industrial development in Purvanchal has picked up significant pace, with Uttar Pradesh’s new Industrial Investment and Employment Promotion Policy-2022 emerging as a major catalyst for economic transformation. As the state moves toward its ambitious goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy, investor confidence in the region—particularly in Varanasi—has reached new highs.

For the upcoming Ground Breaking Ceremony-5 (GBC-5), the government set a target of ₹6,000 crore in investments for Varanasi. Of this, a substantial ₹3,944 crore, accounting for over 60%, is already ready for implementation. The proposed projects are expected to generate employment for more than 2,400 people in the district. The GBC-5.0 event is scheduled to take place soon.

Complete overhaul of Purvanchal’s earlier image

Once perceived as a region plagued by crime and mafia dominance, Purvanchal is now witnessing a remarkable transformation. Improved law and order under the Yogi Adityanath government has opened doors for new industrial opportunities. Areas that previously lacked industrial presence are now emerging as attractive destinations for investors.

Mohan Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, District Industries Promotion and Entrepreneurship Development Center, informed that the ₹3,944 crore worth of proposals ready for GBC-5 include investors who have signed MoUs as well as those who possess land and have received Letters of Comfort from the department.

Sector-Wise Investment

• Under GBC-5, proposed investments span multiple sectors:

• Secondary Sector – ₹1,552.53 crore

• Includes MSME, handloom, horticulture, and alternative energy.

• Tertiary Sector – ₹2,390.69 crore

• Includes tourism and cooperative industries.

With strong policy support, robust infrastructure development, and a conducive business climate, Varanasi and the larger Purvanchal region are expected to continue their upward trajectory in industrial growth.