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Madhya Pradesh's Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has revealed an ambitious industrial growth strategy modeled after Gujarat's successful approach. The state government plans to establish small and medium industries across MP, generating employment and economic opportunities. By reserving over 1.25 lakh acres of land and attracting significant investment, the BJP-led government aims to transform the state's economic landscape. The strategy focuses on utilizing local resources and creating value-added industrial chains in both rural and metropolitan areas.

Key Points: Mohan Yadav Reveals MP's Gujarat Model for Industrial Growth

  • MP adopts Gujarat's ease of doing business model
  • 1.25 lakh acres reserved for new industrial setups
  • Government targets employment-generating industries
  • Investment proposals worth Rs 30.77 lakh crore received at Global Summit
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MP govt follows Gujarat 'ease of doing business' model for state's industrial growth, says CM Yadav

MP CM outlines strategic industrial development plan inspired by Gujarat's business model, focusing on employment and economic expansion

"Our government aims to set up new industries that utilize raw materials currently sent outside the state - CM Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal, Aug 5

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Tuesday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government has adopted the Gujarat "ease of doing business" model concept to set the path for industrial growth across the state.

Chief Minister Yadav made this statement while presenting his government's visions in the Assembly onset of the seventh day of the Monsoon session.

He said that Madhya Pradesh has decided to become a developed state through establishing small and medium size industries at large scale, which will also provide employment opportunities.

Chief Minister Yadav, who has returned from a week-long business trip in the UAE and Spain recently, told the House that Madhya Pradesh has a large-scale land reserved for new industries and let them to function under the new industrial policy brought into effect after January 2024.

Earlier, the state government had said that more than 1.25 lakh acres of land have been earmarked to set up new industries at different locations, having road connectivity and rich mineral reserves to attract investment.

"Our (BJP) government has emphasised on employment generating industries. Apart from new industrial setups in rural areas, the government has also focused on modern industrial chain through developing metropolitan cities," the Chief Minister added.

Meanwhile, CM Yadav also acknowledged that legislators from both -- ruling BJP and Opposition Congress participated in a healthy debate on various issues, including the proposal of metropolitan city in the House.

"Our (BJP) government aims to set up new industries within Madhya Pradesh that utilise raw materials, currently being sent outside the state, ensuring that resources are used for value addition and economic growth," the Chief Minister said.

Earlier, the state government had said that a total of Rs 30.77 lakh crore worth of investment proposals were received during the Global Investment Summit was organised in Bhopal under the leadership of Chief Minister Yadav in March this year.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good initiative but implementation is key. Hope they don't just copy-paste Gujarat model without considering MP's unique needs. Also concerned about environmental impact - industries shouldn't come at cost of our natural resources.
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Aman W
As someone from Indore, I've seen how good policies can transform a city. If this brings more investment and better infrastructure to smaller towns too, it will be revolutionary for MP's economy!
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Indian states learning from each other's successes. The UAE and Spain trips show global ambitions too. Hope the employment opportunities reach all sections of society, not just urban areas.
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Karthik V
Rs 30 lakh crore investment proposals sound impressive, but we've heard big numbers before. Actual ground implementation and timely project completion is what matters. Will believe when I see factories coming up!
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Nisha Z
Focus on small and medium industries is smart - they're the backbone of our economy. But government must ensure easy loans and less red tape for local entrepreneurs, not just big corporations.

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