New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal launched the BHAVYA portal in New Delhi, marking a significant step in the operationalisation of the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA).
The BHAVYA portal has been introduced as a comprehensive digital platform to facilitate the implementation, monitoring, and management of the Government’s flagship industrial infrastructure programme aimed at developing 100 world-class industrial parks across the country.
Speaking at the launch event, Piyush Goyal said the BHAVYA Scheme will adopt a competitive framework under which States will submit detailed project proposals showcasing their industrial strengths, land availability, investor interest, and sectoral opportunities.
He noted that the Government will work closely with industry stakeholders to identify suitable sectors and infrastructure requirements for each location, including chemicals, manufacturing, data centres, and other industries.
According to the Minister, the BHAVYA portal will provide investors with access to critical information related to industrial parks, including land availability, connectivity, and surrounding infrastructure.
This will enable investors to make informed investment decisions while ensuring industrial parks are designed according to the requirements of specific industries and businesses.
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Government’s Infrastructure Push Lays Foundation for Growth
Highlighting the Government’s efforts over the last decade, Goyal stated that investments in roads, highways, railways, metro systems, airports, ports, power infrastructure, water availability, and digital connectivity have created a strong foundation for economic development and social welfare.
He also referred to major reforms such as the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), labour reforms, expansion of 5G connectivity, startup promotion initiatives, investment facilitation measures, and free trade agreements with complementary economies that have strengthened India’s competitiveness and attractiveness as an investment destination.
Goyal said India is increasingly viewed as a trusted global partner due to its scale, growing demand, youthful population, and expanding talent pool.
He reiterated the Government’s commitment to creating opportunities for businesses, industry, farmers, fishermen, startups, and women entrepreneurs.
BHAVYA Scheme to Develop 100 Industrial Parks
Announcing key details of the scheme, Shri Goyal said the initiative aims to develop 100 industrial parks nationwide to encourage large-scale investments and job creation.
The parks will be developed in varying sizes depending on regional requirements:
- 25 acres in hilly regions, Northeastern States, and smaller Union Territories.
- Between 100 and 500 acres in mid-sized States and regions.
- Up to 1,000 acres in locations near major cities and towns.
The Minister explained that land for these projects will be provided by State Governments, while infrastructure support will be facilitated through the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) under a 51:49 partnership model with States.
The objective is to establish plug-and-play industrial parks aligned with industries best suited to specific locations.
Industrial Parks to Offer Integrated Infrastructure
The proposed parks will provide a comprehensive ecosystem featuring:
- Assured water and power supply.
- Road and rail connectivity.
- Clear land titles.
- Digital single-window clearances.
- Air connectivity wherever feasible.
Goyal further stated that dedicated zones may be created within these parks for startups, deep-tech enterprises, research and development activities, innovation-driven businesses, and technology-focused ventures.
The BHAVYA portal will play a central role in coordinating these developments and ensuring transparency throughout the implementation process.
Modern Testing Facilities Planned
The Minister announced plans to establish advanced testing facilities in collaboration with institutions such as the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Export Inspection Agency (EIA), and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
These facilities will provide investors operating within the industrial parks access to modern testing infrastructure, thereby improving product quality and compliance standards.
He added that the scheme is designed to help investors begin operations more quickly by reducing delays associated with land acquisition and approvals.
Environmental clearances and industry-specific requirements will be planned in consultation with relevant authorities based on the suitability of each location.
Dedicated Spaces for GCCs and International Enclaves
Goyal said the Government is also considering the development of dedicated zones for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), worker housing, and social infrastructure within the industrial parks.
Additionally, the possibility of creating international industrial enclaves in partnership with countries including Japan, Singapore, the Republic of Korea, and Switzerland may be explored.
Such enclaves could help attract foreign investment and provide a familiar ecosystem for expatriate professionals working in India.
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₹34,000 Crore Allocation Expected to Catalyse Investment
Expressing confidence in the initiative, Goyal said the nearly ₹34,000 crore earmarked by the Central Government for developing 100 industrial parks is expected to catalyse significant investments, generate direct and indirect employment opportunities, strengthen Centre-State collaboration, and accelerate industrial growth.
He noted that the launch of the BHAVYA Scheme coincides with the completion of 12 years of governance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a period marked by infrastructure development, structural reforms, digital transformation, and ease-of-doing-business initiatives aimed at positioning India among the world’s top three economies by 2047.
The Minister informed that applications submitted between June 1 and July 31 will be considered for the first phase involving 20 parks, while proposals received up to September 30 will be evaluated for an additional 30 parks. Future phases will be implemented based on lessons learned from the initial rounds.
He said the scheme is intended to promote investments across India while contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
BHAVYA Approved with ₹33,660 Crore Outlay
Approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹33,660 crore, BHAVYA is the Government’s flagship programme for creating 100 investment-ready industrial parks over six years.
The initiative aims to establish integrated industrial ecosystems featuring:
- Multimodal connectivity.
- Reliable utility infrastructure.
- Digital governance systems.
- Worker-support facilities.
- Sustainable development features.
The BHAVYA portal, developed by NICDC, has been designed to support the complete project lifecycle under the scheme.
NICDC to Lead Implementation Through BHAVYA Portal
The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), designated as the Project Management Agency, is responsible for implementation and monitoring of the scheme.
Leveraging its experience in developing industrial corridors and integrated infrastructure projects across India, NICDC has created the BHAVYA portal as a single digital interface for end-to-end project management.
The operational guidelines for the scheme were released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) in May 2026, and the launch of the portal marks the next major milestone in implementation.
The portal will facilitate:
- Submission of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs).
- Project appraisal and evaluation.
- Real-time implementation monitoring.
- Transparent proposal assessment.
- Coordination among States, Union Territories, and implementing agencies.
The challenge-based competitive selection framework under BHAVYA will be managed through this digital platform, ensuring structured evaluation and accountability.
Industry Stakeholders Participate in Launch Event
The launch event was chaired by Piyush Goyal and attended by Secretary, DPIIT, Amardeep Singh Bhatia, and CEO & MD, NICDC, Rajat Kumar Saini, along with representatives from State and Union Territory Governments, industry associations, Export Promotion Councils, banks, financial institutions, master developers, and MSMEs.
Amardeep Singh Bhatia highlighted the importance of robust digital systems for effective programme management and informed decision-making at scale.
He stated that the BHAVYA portal’s role as a unified interface across project submission, evaluation, monitoring, and reporting stages would significantly strengthen implementation and accelerate industrial park development.
Rajat Kumar Saini said the BHAVYA portal has been designed to support the complete lifecycle of projects under BHAVYA.
The launch of the BHAVYA portal follows the recent Cabinet approval of the scheme, release of operational guidelines, and extensive consultations with States and Union Territories.
