Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA)
Context:
The Union Cabinet recently approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) with a massive allocation of ₹33,660 crore.
This landmark initiative aims to accelerate India's manufacturing-led economic growth by developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country
About the BHAVYA Scheme:
The scheme will deliver plug-and-play industrial ecosystems, enabling industries to move from intent to production with speed and certainty.
With pre-approved land, ready infrastructure, and integrated services, BHAVYA will significantly reduce entry barriers for investors.
It directly supports the goals of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.
The "Plug-and-Play" Model:
This model is designed to drastically improve the ease of doing business.
It provides investors with pre-approved land, necessary utilities, integrated ICT systems, and single-window clearances, eliminating traditional bottlenecks like land acquisition and infrastructure setup delays.
Implementation and Infrastructure:
The scheme targets the development of industrial parks ranging from 100 to 1,000 acres each.
The Centre will provide financial assistance of up to ₹1 crore per acre for core infrastructure (internal roads, drainage, common treatment facilities).
Furthermore, additional support of up to 25% of the project cost will be provided to ensure seamless external connectivity.
Aligned with the PM GatiShakti Principles to enable seamless multimodal connectivity and efficient last-mile access
Building on the framework of the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP) spearheaded by NICDC, the scheme will be executed in collaboration with State governments and private sector players.
Expected Impact:
The initiative is expected to generate direct and indirect jobs across the logistics and services sectors.
Primary beneficiaries include manufacturing units, MSMEs, startups, and global investors looking for ready-to-use facilities.
Secondary beneficiaries: Workers, logistics providers, service sector enterprises, and local communities
About NICDC:
It is under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry
It is spearheading the development of world-class greenfield industrial smart cities to enhance manufacturing competitiveness, attract investments, and generate employment.
NICDC is currently implementing 20 projects across 13 states.