Introduction
Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) stands at the forefront of industrial transformation in North India, spearheading the development of smart industrial townships and integrated manufacturing hubs. Under the proactive governance and the UP Industrial Area Development Act, 1976, UPEIDA is shaping the future of industrialization with cutting-edge projects, world-class facilities, and investor-friendly policies aimed at making Uttar Pradesh a global industrial powerhouse.
UPEIDA’s Vision for Industrial Excellence
UPEIDA’s core mission is to facilitate sustainable economic growth by attracting both domestic and international investments into Uttar Pradesh. By developing expressways and industrial corridors, UPEIDA ensures seamless logistics, faster freight movement, and improved investor confidence. Its vision extends to enhancing logistics efficiency and regional competitiveness in the state, fulfilling the “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives through robust connectivity and strategic infrastructure.
Integrated Manufacturing and Logistics Clusters (IMLCs)
A cornerstone of UPEIDA’s strategy is the development of 27 Integrated Manufacturing and Logistics Clusters (IMLCs) along five expressways. These IMLCs promote industrialization by synergizing expressway connectivity with state-of-the-art infrastructure—dedicated power, water supply, green zones, efficient drainage, and transparent online land allotment services.
Key Features of UPEIDA IMLCs:
- Competitive and transparent land rates
- Tailor-made industrial plots for diverse sectors
- Multimodal connectivity (road, rail, air)
- Proximity to existing urban centers and workforce
- Plug-and-play infrastructure for industries and logistics
- Dedicated support for Manufacturing, Warehousing, and Logistics sectors.
Strategic Location Advantage
UPEIDA’s industrial nodes are strategically positioned along major expressways—Ganga, Purvanchal, Bundelkhand, Agra–Lucknow, and Gorakhpur Link. This network ensures that logistics and market access are never bottlenecks for industries. For example, the Ganga Expressway alone hosts over 12 IMLCs, including Meerut, Amroha, Hapur, and Prayagraj, each with unique advantages and access to major trade routes.
Expressway | Major IMLC Nodes | Area (Ha) |
Ganga Expressway | Meerut, Amroha, Hapur, Prayagraj | 101–239 each |
Agra-Lucknow Expressway | Firozabad, Etawah, Kannauj | 87–142 |
Bundelkhand Expressway | Auraiya, Jalaun, Banda, Chitrakoot | 104–678 |
Purvanchal Expressway | Barabanki, Amethi, Sultanpur | 148–328 |
Gorakhpur Link Expressway | Ambedkar Nagar, Gorakhpur | 62–146 |
Smart Industrial Townships: Modern and Sustainable
UPEIDA’s smart townships are innovative industrial parks that emphasize sustainability, social infrastructure, and advanced infrastructure:
- Environment-friendly design: Solar panels-powered lighting, an electric vehicle charging station, green belts, etc.
- Social infrastructure: Residential complexes for laborers, schools, hospitals, and recreational areas, etc.
- Plug-and-play facilities: Ready-built industrial buildings, high-voltage substations, and dedicated water/sewerage treatment plants
Investor-Friendly Policies and Single-Window Clearance
UPEIDA offers easy-to-understand, fully digital methods for allotting plots, quick approvals via the Nivesh Mitra portal, and an efficient aftercare section for allottees. Attractive incentives offered include leasehold tenure of more than 90 years, anchor unit benefits, fast-track clearances, and sector-focused incentives under the Defence and Aerospace Policy and Industrial Investment Promotion Policy.
- Digital land allotment and plot details.
- Dispute resolution through various means and investor support
- Customized PPP frameworks for large-scale anchor industries and real estate developers.
- Dedicated collaboration between the state government and industry players
- Comprehensive guide to investment opportunities
- State-of-the-art event venues and auditoriums for investor networking
UPEIDA and the Next Wave of Economic Growth
UPEIDA merges three key components: expressway-led industrialization, world-class logistics, and investor-friendly policies to create the next generation of smart UPEIDA industrial townships — a powerful tool to foster employment, regional growth, and global investment in Uttar Pradesh.
Conclusion
The strategic way of UPEIDA in setting up smart industrial townships along the key expressway corridors is that the industrial growth and infrastructure of Uttar Pradesh is on a new level. UPEIDA is the driving force behind inclusive and sustainable economic development through the integration of sound logistics, plug-and-play infrastructure, social amenities, and future-oriented policies, while also being attractive to both global investors and new industries. The emphasis on connectivity, innovation, and investor facilitation is a game-changer for Uttar Pradesh to emerge as a pioneer in next-generation industrial ecosystems, thereby ensuring prosperity and generating tangible value not only for the businesses but also for the communities.
