No other state of the country can compete with Uttar Pradesh when it comes to hassle-free investment. There is availability of adequate land, skilled and non-skilled labour, huge market, investment-friendly environment, proper indistrial policy besides adequate power and world class facilities.
This was stated by Chief Minister Akhilesh at a conference on ‘Uttar Pradesh at Double Digit Growth - Unfolding Investment Opportunities’ organized by The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) at a lucknow hotel on Friday.
The CM pointed out that the lucknow-Agra Expressway has become a model to emulate for other states. “Speculations were rife on how acquisition of land for the project. We got it without a single protest from farmers. The Expressway will be extended to eastern district of Ghazipur bordering Bihar. Kisan Mandis will be set up by the Expressway which would help in the sale of potatoes, of which UP is the highest producer,” he said.
One can not visualise India's progress without UP's contribution to the economy. The state government would develop Noida as an international financial hub. If need be we will not hesitate to approach the Central government,” said the CM.
Pointing out other achievements ofv his government, Akhilesh Yadav said that work of Metro Rail in Kanpur and Varanasi will be started shortly. "Most states do not have Metro Rail in even one city, while UP has embarked on setting up Metros in lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad, Kanpur and Varanasi.
Yadav opined that the conglomeration of business companies it the same programme will send the message that the state was moving on the path of progress. “The government is doing its work but we need your support for moving towards double digit. Right after taking over, my government has focussed on development and today we have the right policies and ambience for industries,” said he.
In his address, Chief Secretary Alok Ranjan said, “ASSOCHAM - an independent agency, has reported the double digit growth in UP. We have created the right ambience and adequate infrastructure, formed policies for development in the state. Work on power generation and distribution is underway which will be completed by September - October, 2016.”
The other speakers to air their view included Minister for MSME, Nitin Agarwal, Principal Secretary, Industries, Mahesh Gupta, President, ASSOCHAN, Sunil Kanoria, Chairman, ASSOCHAM Northern Region Development Council, lalit Khaitan, Chairman, ASSOCHAM Solar Task Force, Vineet Mittal and Secretary General, Mr D.S. Rawat.