Punjab is gearing up to unveil a new IT policy aimed at transforming the State into a tech hub, providing employment opportunities for 55,000 professionals. Sharing this at the “Vision Punjab 2047” session on Wednesday, Punjab’s Industry and Commerce Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond announced that Mohali is set to emerge as North India’s premier IT destination, attracting leading tech firms to the state.

Highlighting Punjab Government’s commitment to industrial growth, Sond outlined that Punjab has already secured over Rs 86,000 crore in investments over the past two and a half years, with efforts ongoing to drive this number even higher. The forthcoming IT policy, he assured, will be a game-changer for business, with various reforms making it easier and more attractive for companies to set up operations in Punjab.

In a major boost to small and medium enterprises, Sond proudly noted that the “Invest Punjab” portal leads the country in performance, with 58,000 industries already registered. As part of an infrastructure upgrade, five focal points across the State will be equipped with world-class facilities, setting a benchmark for industrial standards.

Sond also discussed a comprehensive plan to revitalize Punjab’s tourism sector. Emphasizing religious and agro-based tourism, he shared that significant promotional efforts are underway to make Punjab a prominent destination. Addressing environmental concerns, he confirmed that the long-awaited cleanup and restoration of Ludhiana’s Buddha Nullah is nearing implementation, pending the Chief Minister’s approval.