Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, launched the BHAVYA Portal in New Delhi on June 8, 2026, marking an important step in implementing the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA). The portal has been developed as a single digital platform to support the planning, selection, monitoring, and implementation of industrial parks under the scheme.
BHAVYA aims to develop 100 investment-ready industrial parks across India over the next six years. The scheme aims to attract domestic and foreign investment, enhance industrial infrastructure, foster manufacturing growth, and create employment opportunities.
The initiative introduces a competitive framework under which States and Union Territories will submit proposals for industrial parks. These proposals will be evaluated based on factors such as industrial strengths, land availability, investor interest, and sectoral potential.
For research analysts and policy observers, the scheme represents a major industrial infrastructure initiative aimed at improving the ease of doing business, strengthening Centre-State coordination, and enhancing India’s manufacturing competitiveness.
Key Highlights
- The BHAVYA Portal has been launched to enable end-to-end digital implementation of the BHAVYA Scheme.
- The scheme aims to develop 100 industrial parks across India with a Central Government outlay of ₹33,660 crore.
- States will compete by submitting project proposals based on their industrial strengths and readiness.
- Industrial parks will provide plug-and-play infrastructure, including utilities, connectivity, and digital approvals.
- Dedicated spaces may be created for startups, deep-tech firms, R&D activities, and innovation-driven businesses.
- Modern testing facilities are proposed in partnership with BIS, Export Inspection Agency (EIA), and FSSAI.
Competitive Model for Selection of Industrial Parks
Shri Piyush Goyal said that BHAVYA will follow a challenge-based competitive model. States will submit Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) highlighting factors such as available land, industrial strengths, sectoral opportunities, and investor interest.
The Government will work with industries to identify the most suitable sectors for each location. These may include chemicals, manufacturing, data centres, and other industries, depending on local strengths and infrastructure requirements.
Digital platforms will provide investors with information on land availability, connectivity, and nearby infrastructure. This is expected to help businesses make informed investment decisions and improve transparency.
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Development of 100 Industrial Parks
Under the scheme, 100 industrial parks will be developed across the country to encourage investment and create jobs. The size of these parks will vary based on regional requirements:
- Around 25 acres in hilly regions, smaller Union Territories, and Northeastern States.
- Between 100 and 500 acres in mid-sized States and regions.
- Up to 1,000 acres near cities and towns where demand is higher.
Land for these projects will be provided by the State Governments. Infrastructure development will be supported through the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), which will partner with States under a 51:49 model.
The objective is to create plug-and-play industrial parks where businesses can start operations more quickly.
Infrastructure and Investor Support
According to the Minister, the parks will offer key infrastructure facilities such as: Assured water and power supply, road and rail connectivity, clear land titles, digital single-window approvals, and air connectivity wherever feasible.
The Government is also considering dedicated areas for startups, deep-tech enterprises, technology-focused businesses, research and development activities, and innovation-led companies.
Modern testing facilities may also be established in partnership with institutions such as the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Export Inspection Agency (EIA), and Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This would allow businesses to access testing services within the industrial parks themselves.
The scheme also aims to reduce delays related to land acquisition and approvals by integrating planning processes and improving coordination with relevant authorities.
Scope for GCCs and International Enclaves
The Government is exploring the possibility of creating dedicated spaces for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), worker housing, and social infrastructure within these parks.
Shri Goyal also said that international enclaves could be developed in partnership with countries such as Japan, Singapore, the Republic of Korea, and Switzerland. Such arrangements could help attract foreign investment and provide familiar working environments for international professionals.
BHAVYA Portal and NICDC’s Role
Approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹33,660 crore, BHAVYA is the Government’s flagship programme for developing 100 world-class industrial parks over six years.
The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) has been designated as the Project Management Agency responsible for implementing and monitoring the scheme.
The BHAVYA Portal has been developed as a comprehensive digital platform to manage the complete project lifecycle. It will facilitate: Submission of DPR proposals, project appraisal and evaluation, real-time monitoring of implementation progress, coordination among stakeholders, and transparent assessment of proposals from States and Union Territories.
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) released the operational guidelines for BHAVYA in May 2026. The launch of the portal marks the next stage in moving the scheme from policy design to implementation.
Application Timeline and Implementation
Shri Goyal informed that applications received between June 1 and July 31, 2026, will be considered for the first phase covering 20 industrial parks.
An additional 30 parks will be selected from applications received up to September 30, 2026. Future phases will be implemented based on lessons learned from the initial rounds.
Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry
