After Japan and Korea, now Singapore: UP's big plan to build a foreign-style city near Noida airport; check location, sectors and investment plans

After Japan and Korea, Uttar Pradesh is now looking to bring Singapore closer to home. The state government plans to develop a dedicated 'Singapore City' near the upcoming Noida International Airport at Jewar, with the proposed urban development expected to attract foreign investment and give the region's real estate and industrial sectors a fresh boost. The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has identified Sector 7 for the proposed development. The project is expected to focus on high-end urban infrastructure, modern industrial facilities and investment opportunities, with Singaporean businesses and investors likely to play a key role.

The proposal gained momentum after Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met a 14-member delegation of Singaporean industrialists and investors in Lucknow last Wednesday. Led by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), the delegation discussed investment opportunities across several sectors, including logistics, semiconductors, data centres, clean energy, urban planning and hospitality.

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Singapore City near Noida International Airport: Where will it come up?

The proposed Singapore City is planned in Sector 7 of the YEIDA region, close to the Noida International Airport at Jewar. The location is expected to benefit from improved connectivity and the growing industrial and commercial ecosystem along the Yamuna Expressway.

According to officials, the Uttar Pradesh government wants to develop the area as a modern urban destination for high-end customers while attracting investment from Singapore. The proposed development is also expected to create fresh opportunities in real estate, infrastructure and business.

The project is part of the state's broader effort to position the Jewar-Noida region as a major investment and industrial destination.

Singapore City project: Logistics, semiconductors, AI and green energy in focus

The proposed collaboration goes beyond residential and commercial development. The Uttar Pradesh government has identified several sectors in which Singaporean expertise and investment could support the state's growth.

These include multimodal logistics and warehousing, high-tech manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, electronics, data centres, cloud services and artificial intelligence. Clean technologies such as solar energy, green hydrogen, waste management and water recycling are also among the priority areas.

"The vision is to establish a dedicated 'Singapore City' near Noida International Airport. Key areas of cooperation include multimodal logistics and warehousing, high-tech manufacturing, including semiconductor fabrication and electronics, data centres, cloud services and artificial intelligence, and clean technologies such as solar energy, green hydrogen, waste management and water recycling. Singapore's technology and Uttar Pradesh's potential will script a new chapter in global growth," the Chief Minister's Office said in a statement.

Yogi Adityanath meets 14-member Singapore delegation: What was discussed?

The proposed Singapore City project emerged from discussions between Adityanath and a 14-member delegation led by Singapore Business Federation chairman Mark Lee.

The delegation visited industrial areas in Noida and Greater Noida before meeting the chief minister. Officials said the investors appreciated Uttar Pradesh's infrastructure, ease of doing business and investment-friendly policies.

The delegation also showed interest in the state's upcoming and existing industrial developments, including the Film City, Toy Park, Apparel Park, Medical Devices Park and the proposed semiconductor cluster in Greater Noida and the YEIDA region.

The visit followed Adityanath's trip to Singapore, which was aimed at strengthening investment ties and exploring opportunities for greater economic cooperation between the two sides.

Uttar Pradesh's electronics manufacturing push: CM highlights mobile phone production

During the discussions, Adityanath highlighted Uttar Pradesh's growing position in India's electronics manufacturing industry. According to the statement issued by his office, the state accounts for around 55% of India's total mobile phone production and 60% of electronic component manufacturing.

The chief minister said Singapore's expertise in technology, urban planning and infrastructure could complement Uttar Pradesh's industrial potential. The proposed collaboration is expected to open up opportunities in advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure and sustainable urban development.

Yogi Adityanath invokes Lee Kuan Yew's Singapore development model

Drawing a comparison with Singapore's transformation, Adityanath referred to the vision of its founding leader, the late Lee Kuan Yew. He said Singapore's development demonstrated that a country's global standing depended not simply on its geographical size but also on its vision, efficiency and ability to make optimal use of resources.

The chief minister also credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership over the past 12 years for India's economic transformation. He said the country had moved from being described as a 'fragile economy' to becoming one of the world's leading and more robust economies.

Singapore City in Noida: What it could mean for Jewar and Greater Noida

The proposed Singapore City adds to Uttar Pradesh's efforts to develop the Jewar airport region into a major hub for manufacturing, logistics, technology and international investment.

Its proximity to Noida International Airport, along with the industrial developments planned along the Yamuna Expressway, could make the region an attractive destination for businesses and real estate investors.

However, the project is currently at the planning and investment-discussion stage. Details regarding its land use, development timeline, investment commitments and construction schedule are yet to be announced.


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