Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday launched ‘Nivesh Mitra 3.0’ and distributed incentives worth Rs 2,781 crore to companies, signalling Uttar Pradesh’s continued push to strengthen its investment ecosystem and industrial growth.
The initiative comes at a time when India—and particularly Uttar Pradesh—is positioning itself as a stable and reliable destination for global and domestic investors amid ongoing global economic uncertainty.
Speaking at the event in Lucknow, the Chief Minister said investor trust is the state’s “greatest strength” and emphasised that the upgraded single-window system will make setting up industries easier, faster, and more transparent.
The government distributed incentives to 85 projects across sectors including manufacturing, automobiles, cement, bioplastics, iron and steel, food processing, and electronics. In addition, Letters of Comfort (LoCs) were issued to 62 companies, paving the way for investments worth around Rs 50,000 crore and potential employment for nearly 50,000 people.
The ‘Nivesh Mitra 3.0’ platform consolidates over 530 services from more than 43 departments into fewer than 200 streamlined services. It introduces features such as PAN-based single user IDs, dynamic common application forms, AI-enabled chatbots, real-time tracking, and end-to-end digital monitoring. The platform is also integrated with national systems and land banks, enabling a seamless and transparent approval process.
Highlighting reforms to improve ease of doing business, the state has abolished the complex land-use conversion process under Section 80. Once a map is approved under the master plan, land use will now be automatically deemed approved, eliminating additional certification requirements.
The Chief Minister also pointed to the approval of the Private Business Park Policy, which allows investors to develop industrial parks under a plug-and-play model. Under this framework, the government will provide land, while private players invest capital, with revenue-sharing mechanisms ensuring transparency.
He reiterated that entrepreneurs are the backbone of the economy and assured that their safety and dignity remain a top priority. The state continues to follow a zero-tolerance approach towards crime and disruptions to industrial activity, aiming to provide a secure environment for businesses.
Uttar Pradesh’s improving industrial profile is supported by its strategic location, expanding infrastructure, and growing connectivity network. The state now offers a 75,000-acre land bank, a significant share in India’s expressway network, multiple operational airports, and the upcoming Noida International Airport, which is expected to emerge as a major cargo and logistics hub.
Officials highlighted that investment is increasingly expanding beyond the NCR region into areas such as Bundelkhand and Purvanchal, driven by improved infrastructure and policy support.
The government also noted a sharp rise in investor engagement, with 3,367 LoCs issued over the past nine years compared to just 16 between 2012 and 2017, reflecting a significant shift in the state’s investment climate.
With a large consumer base, skilled workforce, and strong demographic advantage, Uttar Pradesh is positioning itself as a leading hub for industrial growth, backed by policy reforms, digital governance, and sustained investor confidence.
