Uttar Pradesh Government Plans Three Major Electronics Manufacturing Hubs In Hinterland Regions
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced plans to establish three major electronics manufacturing hubs in the state’s hinterland, beyond the traditional Noida–Greater Noida belt. Aimed at decentralising production and boosting regional industrial development, the greenfield hubs will focus on semiconductors, consumer electronics, and hardware components. Officials say the move is expected to attract private investment, generate skilled employment, and create a more balanced industrial footprint across underdeveloped districts of the state.
The proposed hubs, part of the state’s Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) initiative, are expected to be located in Pilibhit, Barabanki, and Gorakhpur. Government sources describe these locations as strategic for tapping local resources, improving connectivity, and reducing pressure on the over-saturated urban industrial belt in western Uttar Pradesh. “This is a deliberate step to ensure that economic growth reaches districts beyond the NCR,” a senior official said.Each hub will be developed under a public–private partnership model, leveraging private capital while ensuring regulatory oversight. Infrastructure will include state-of-the-art production facilities, logistics support, and technology incubation zones to attract electronics and semiconductor firms. Industry experts note that this model can help integrate local suppliers, strengthen supply chains, and enhance competitiveness for domestic and international markets.
The policy aligns with Uttar Pradesh’s broader push to become a key electronics manufacturing destination in India. The state already accounts for a substantial share of mobile phone production and electronic components, primarily centred in the Noida–Greater Noida region. By expanding into the hinterland, the government aims to reduce regional disparities, create skilled employment opportunities, and support a more inclusive industrial ecosystem.Officials highlight that the new hubs will also promote sustainable industrial practices. “We are committed to greenfield development with energy-efficient infrastructure, waste management, and renewable energy integration,” an urban planner associated with the project said. This approach reflects a growing emphasis on building low-carbon, climate-resilient industrial zones that can coexist with local communities.Economic analysts suggest that success will depend on streamlined approvals, land acquisition, and timely infrastructure delivery. A unified single-window clearance system is expected to expedite approvals for investors, while local workforce training programmes will help ensure the availability of skilled personnel.
If implemented successfully, these electronics hubs could transform underdeveloped districts into emerging industrial centres, balancing urban-rural growth and strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s position in India’s electronics manufacturing landscape. Beyond immediate economic gains, the initiative may serve as a model for sustainable and inclusive industrial development in other states seeking to diversify manufacturing beyond urban clusters.
