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| The '''Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC)''' <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://upeida.up.gov.in/updic/en/page/-uttar-pradesh-defence-industrial-corridor|title=UP Defence Industrial Corridor | Official website}}</ref> is a flagship project launched by the ], India, under the guidance of the ]. Announced in 2018, the initiative aims to foster indigenous defense manufacturing, reduce reliance on imports, and promote self-reliance in the defense sector under the ] vision. | The '''Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC)''' <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://upeida.up.gov.in/updic/en/page/-uttar-pradesh-defence-industrial-corridor|title=UP Defence Industrial Corridor | Official website}}</ref> is a flagship project launched by the ], India, under the guidance of the ]. Announced in 2018, the initiative aims to foster indigenous defense manufacturing, reduce reliance on imports, and promote self-reliance in the defense sector under the ] vision. | ||
| ] | ] | ||
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=== Overview === | ||
| The corridor spans six key nodes: | The corridor spans six key nodes: | ||
| * Lucknow | * Lucknow | ||
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| These nodes are strategically located along major expressways to ensure seamless logistics and connectivity. The project also includes collaboration with leading academic institutions like ] and ] to drive innovation and technological advancement. | These nodes are strategically located along major expressways to ensure seamless logistics and connectivity. The project also includes collaboration with leading academic institutions like ] and ] to drive innovation and technological advancement. | ||
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=== Objectives === | ||
| * Enhance indigenous defense production capabilities. | * Enhance indigenous defense production capabilities. | ||
| * Create employment opportunities across Uttar Pradesh. | * Create employment opportunities across Uttar Pradesh. | ||
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| * Investment-friendly policies and incentives. | * Investment-friendly policies and incentives. | ||
| * Establishment of Centers of Excellence for skill development. | * Establishment of Centers of Excellence for skill development. | ||
| * Infrastructure development for seamless supply chain management. |
* Infrastructure development for seamless supply chain management. | ||
| === Investment and Growth === |
=== Investment and Growth === | ||
| The UPDIC has attracted significant investment commitments from major public and private defense sector players, aiming to establish Uttar Pradesh as a global hub for defense manufacturing and innovation. | The UPDIC has attracted significant investment commitments from major public and private defense sector players, aiming to establish Uttar Pradesh as a global hub for defense manufacturing and innovation. | ||
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| * https://www.iiaonline.in/idpfc_doc/updex/Presentation-on-Defence-Corridor-in-Uttar-Pradesh.pdf <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.iiaonline.in/idpfc_doc/updex/Presentation-on-Defence-Corridor-in-Uttar-Pradesh.pdf|title=UPIDC | Defence Corridor in Uttar Pradesh Presentation}}</ref> | * https://www.iiaonline.in/idpfc_doc/updex/Presentation-on-Defence-Corridor-in-Uttar-Pradesh.pdf <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.iiaonline.in/idpfc_doc/updex/Presentation-on-Defence-Corridor-in-Uttar-Pradesh.pdf|title=UPIDC | Defence Corridor in Uttar Pradesh Presentation}}</ref> | ||
| ⚫ | This initiative is poised to play a crucial role in positioning Uttar Pradesh as a significant contributor to India's defense manufacturing capabilities. | ||
| ⚫ | This initiative is poised to play a crucial role in positioning Uttar Pradesh as a significant contributor to |
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| ==See also== | ==See also== | ||
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| ==Reference List== | ==Reference List== | ||
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The Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) is a flagship project launched by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, India, under the guidance of the Defence Ministry of India. Announced in 2018, the initiative aims to foster indigenous defense manufacturing, reduce reliance on imports, and promote self-reliance in the defense sector under the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
Overview
The corridor spans six key nodes:
- Lucknow
- Kanpur
- Jhansi
- Agra
- Aligarh
- Chitrakoot
These nodes are strategically located along major expressways to ensure seamless logistics and connectivity. The project also includes collaboration with leading academic institutions like IIT Kanpur and BHU to drive innovation and technological advancement.
Objectives
- Enhance indigenous defense production capabilities.
- Create employment opportunities across Uttar Pradesh.
- Promote SMEs and startups in the defense sector.
- Develop state-of-the-art testing and R&D facilities.
- Encourage public-private partnerships.
Key Features
- Dedicated land banks for defense manufacturers.
- Investment-friendly policies and incentives.
- Establishment of Centers of Excellence for skill development.
- Infrastructure development for seamless supply chain management.
Investment and Growth
The UPDIC has attracted significant investment commitments from major public and private defense sector players, aiming to establish Uttar Pradesh as a global hub for defense manufacturing and innovation.
Significance
The corridor not only supports the Make in India initiative but also strengthens India's strategic autonomy in defense equipment manufacturing and contributes to regional economic development.
Additional Links
- UP Defence Corridor Official Website
- https://upeida.up.gov.in/updic/
- https://www.iiaonline.in/idpfc_doc/updex/Presentation-on-Defence-Corridor-in-Uttar-Pradesh.pdf
This initiative is poised to play a crucial role in positioning Uttar Pradesh as a significant contributor to India's defense manufacturing capabilities.
See also
Reference List
- "UP Defence Industrial Corridor | Official website".
- "Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor". Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor. Govt of Uttar Pradesh. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
- "UPIDC | Defence Corridor in Uttar Pradesh Presentation" (PDF).