Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath govt plans to develop another Noida in Jhansi

In a significant development, Uttar Pradesh is poised to welcome its second industrial city, following in the footsteps of Noida, as the Yogi Adityanath's state cabinet recently approved the establishment of the Bundelkhand Industrial Development Authority. This new industrial city is slated to be constructed in the Jhansi district, marking a momentous milestone 47 years after the inception of Noida.

This strategic move holds the potential to bolster the burgeoning defence corridor, with Jhansi serving as a pivotal node within this ambitious plan. Finance minister Suresh Khanna emphasized that this decision will usher in a new era of growth for Bundelkhand, opening the doors to an array of employment opportunities thanks to extensive infrastructural enhancements.

Khanna divulged that the initial phase of the project will encompass the acquisition of approximately 35,000 acres of land. The price of this land is Rs 6312 crore. He further explained, "Under the Chief Minister Industrial Area Expansion and New Industrial Area Promotion Scheme, the proposal to develop a new industrial township akin to Noida has garnered unanimous approval."


The government initially intends to build an industrial city on 14,000 hectares of land. This industrial city is envisaged along the Jhansi-Gwalior corridor, which will also connect to key cities around the country via the National Highway. Furthermore, it will be well connected to other cities in the state via the Bundelkhand Expressway, which will run from National Highway 27 via the Jalaun district.

This development marks a significant stride towards fostering economic growth and employment prospects in the region, and it will be closely monitored as it unfolds.

It is the first decision of the state government to establish a new city since 1976 when it took the decision to establish the industrial city of Noida.

"This step will also make a huge contribution to the development of the state. The government's resolve to become a one trillion economy will be achieved through this, Khanna said.