Uttar Pradesh’s Invest UP initiative has launched new policies to attract global investors, offering streamlined regulations, tax incentives, and infrastructure support. With over 20 sectoral policies, the state aims to become India’s top investment hub, targeting sectors like electronics, renewable energy, and civil aviation. These reforms align with India’s vision of a $5 trillion economy by 2030, boosting investor confidence.
Uttar Pradesh Bolsters Investment Landscape with New Policies
Uttar Pradesh, under its investment promotion agency Invest UP, has rolled out a series of investor-friendly policies to position the state as a global investment destination. Announced in July 2025, these reforms aim to streamline business operations, enhance infrastructure, and provide financial incentives to attract foreign direct investment (FDI). The state’s efforts are part of a broader vision to contribute to India’s goal of becoming a $5 trillion economy by 2030.
The new policies, detailed on the Invest UP portal, include over 20 sectoral frameworks covering high-growth industries such as electronics, renewable energy, civil aviation, and food processing. A key highlight is the liberalization of regulations, allowing 100% FDI through the automatic route for greenfield projects in most sectors, while brownfield investments can access up to 74% FDI automatically. Beyond this, government approval enables higher FDI, fostering flexibility for global corporations.
The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes, a cornerstone of India’s manufacturing push, have been tailored for Uttar Pradesh. These schemes have already attracted major players like Apple and Samsung, with electronics exports from India reaching $29.12 billion in FY 2023–24, a 23.6% increase from the previous year. Uttar Pradesh is leveraging this momentum by establishing electronics manufacturing clusters and offering incentives for high-value component production.
Infrastructure development is another focus, with the state’s industrial policy recognizing sectors like logistics and renewable energy as critical growth drivers. Uttar Pradesh ranks high in India’s renewable energy capacity, contributing to the nation’s 4th global position in wind power and 5th in solar power. The state’s policies align with India’s 500 GW non-fossil fuel target by 2030, attracting investments in solar parks like the 600 MW Jhansi Solar Park.
The civil aviation sector is also gaining traction, with the Airstrip Policy 2023 unveiled during the Uttar Pradesh Global Investors Summit (UPGIS) 2023. This policy incentivizes private investment in aviation infrastructure, positioning Uttar Pradesh as a civil infrastructure hub. Events like the Global Capability Centers Conclave in June 2025 and workshops on border infrastructure further underscore the state’s commitment to global connectivity and investment.
Invest UP’s Nivesh Sarathi platform provides a single-window system for investors, simplifying approvals and offering real-time project tracking. The state’s proactive approach includes e-auctions for plots and properties in sectors like hospitality and healthcare, ensuring seamless access to land and resources. For instance, tenders for events like MotoGP highlight Uttar Pradesh’s ambition to blend investment with global visibility.
The state’s policies are backed by a skilled workforce, with initiatives like the Samarth Scheme enhancing textile sector skills, supporting 6.5 million cotton farmers. Additionally, Uttar Pradesh’s food processing sector, buoyed by rising urbanization and consumer demand, has seen a surge in exports, with processed food’s share in agri-exports rising from 13.7% in 2014–15 to 25.6% in 2022–23.
Global investor confidence is evident, with companies like Airbus, Nissan, Renault, and Nestlé expanding operations. Nestlé’s ₹4,200 crore investment in a new Odisha plant, though outside Uttar Pradesh, reflects the broader trend of FMCG growth that the state is tapping into. Microsoft’s $3 billion commitment to cloud and AI infrastructure in India further highlights the digital push, with Uttar Pradesh hosting new data centers to meet rising demand.
These policies align with national initiatives like Make in India and Digital India, ensuring Uttar Pradesh integrates into global supply chains. The state’s efforts have drawn praise, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi noting at the Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit 2025 that India’s investor-friendly ecosystem is set to make it the world’s fastest-growing economy, a sentiment echoed for Uttar Pradesh’s reforms.
Disclaimer: This article is based on recent news, reports, and official announcements from Invest UP and related government sources. Information is sourced from credible platforms like Invest India, The Hindu, and Business Standard. Investors are advised to verify details through official channels before making decisions.