Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain is on track to become a major center for small-scale industries as the District Industries and Trade Centre (DIC) moves forward with a new multiproduct industrial zone. This project is part of the state's Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) initiatives.

The industrial zone will cover 46 hectares in the Gogapur gram panchayat, with an estimated budget of Rs 38 crore.

Construction is already well underway, with about 50% of the development completed. An MSME department official mentioned that the site is likely to be fully operational by the end of the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

There has been a noticeable increase in investment proposals across the region, particularly in Ujjain, Neemuch, Mandsaur, and parts of the Indore area.

“This initiative has attracted considerable interest from industries eager to establish their presence in the area. The project is progressing smoothly, and we are considering acquiring more land to create additional opportunities for industrial development,” said the official.

The DIC currently holds a 40-hectare land reserve in Ujjain and is planning to expand it to meet future industrial demand. Land allotments are on hold for now, as the department is preparing to shift to a streamlined online portal system.

This new system aims to simplify the land allocation process, featuring around 35 detailed information categories for efficient management.

Additionally, the DIC has proposed a new industrial zone in Badnagar, seeking approval to convert roughly 75 hectares across Ujjain district into industrial sites.

In another potential development, the Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation is considering establishing a garment cluster in Ujjain, inspired by the increasing industrial activity and investor interest.

These efforts position Ujjain as a key industrial destination, expected to stimulate the growth of small-scale industries and attract significant investments, contributing to the region's economic progress.

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