Patna: The formal launch of Bihar Integrated Manufacturing City Gaya Limited (BIMCGL) has marked a significant milestone in the development of IMC Gaya, with 12 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed with prospective investors for approximately 300 acres of industrial land and proposed investments of around ₹4,200 crore.
The launch was conducted by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary at Bodh Gaya and also marked the inauguration of the curtain raiser for Bihar Business Connect 2027, highlighting the State’s industrial potential and investment opportunities.
The 12 MoUs signed for IMC Gaya represent an estimated employment potential of 16,095 opportunities.
The proposed investments cover sectors including food processing, automobile components, medicinal products, pharmaceuticals and other manufacturing activities.
Earlier, the Government of Bihar had executed MoUs with prospective investors across multiple sectors at IMC Gaya, covering approximately 2,586 acres of land.
These agreements represent a total proposed investment of ₹31,750 crore and an estimated employment potential of 52,050 opportunities.
IMC Gaya Development
The programme was attended by approximately 250 delegates, including the Ambassadors and senior representatives of the Embassies of Japan, Thailand and Laos.
Senior government officials, representatives of the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), industry associations and prospective investors also participated in the event.
Representatives of Bihar Foundation Chapters from 55 countries participated virtually.
During the programme, Chief Minister Shri Samrat Choudhary unveiled the BIMCGL logo and launched its official website and Integrated Land Allotment Portal.
The initiatives are aimed at strengthening investor facilitation, improving transparency and streamlining industrial land allotment at IMC Gaya.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Shri Samrat Choudhary reiterated the State Government’s commitment to accelerating industrial development, attracting investments and generating employment through improved infrastructure and investor-friendly initiatives.
Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary made special mention of NICDC’s role in the planning and development of IMC Gaya.
Union Minister for Micro, Small, Small and Medium Enterprises, Jitan Ram Manjhi, highlighted the Government’s determination to strengthen industrialisation in Bihar with continued support from the Central Government, particularly for promoting manufacturing, MSMEs and employment generation.
The programme was also attended by Deputy Chief Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Speaker of Bihar Vidhan Sabha Prem Kumar and Minister of Industries Shreyasi Singh, along with other senior dignitaries.
The State Government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting industrial development and facilitating investments.
IMC Gaya Project Details
BIMCGL is the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) responsible for implementing the Integrated Manufacturing Cluster (IMC) at Gaya.
IMC Gaya is being developed under the Amritsar–Kolkata Industrial Corridor (AKIC) as part of the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP).
The project is spread across 1,670 acres in Dobhi block of Gaya district. It was approved by the Government of India on August 28, 2024, at a total cost of ₹1,339 crore, including land cost.
The project is expected to attract investments of approximately ₹16,500 crore and generate employment opportunities for around 1.10 lakh people.
BIMCGL was incorporated on January 6, 2025, as a joint venture between the Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority (BIADA) and the National Industrial Corridor Development and Implementation Trust (NICDIT), with equal equity participation.
As the dedicated implementing agency, BIMCGL will expedite project execution through coordinated planning, infrastructure development, statutory clearances, utility connectivity and investor facilitation.
The institutional framework for IMC Gaya is intended to enable faster decision-making, effective monitoring and timely resolution of implementation-related issues.
Infrastructure Development at IMC Gaya
Infrastructure development at IMC Gaya is progressing, with the State Government having taken possession of the entire project land.
The Government of India released the first tranche of equity amounting to ₹132 crore in September 2025 against the transfer of 415 acres. The Project Management & Construction Supervision Consultant and EPC contractor for trunk infrastructure works had already been onboarded, and physical construction has commenced.
Construction of an exclusive helipad at IMC Gaya is also at an advanced stage. The facility will enhance accessibility for investors, business delegations and senior officials, facilitating project monitoring and investment promotion activities.
The industrial cluster is being developed with integrated infrastructure, including internal roads, water supply, sewerage and wastewater treatment facilities, power distribution, solid waste management and fire safety systems.
Connectivity and Industrial Infrastructure
The strategic location of IMC Gaya near NH-22 and NH-19, with Gaya Airport approximately 39 kilometres away, provides connectivity to major industrial and commercial centres.
NICDC’s role in planning the infrastructure, including assessing industrial water requirements and ensuring year-round water availability through adequate water storage facilities to support sustainable industrial operations, was formally acknowledged during the launch.
IMC Gaya will focus on sectors including agro-based industries, textiles and readymade garments, furniture, handicrafts and handloom, and engineering and fabrication.
The planned infrastructure will support large manufacturers and MSMEs, encourage local entrepreneurship and strengthen industrial value chains across the region.
Bihar Business Connect 2027 Curtain Raiser
The curtain raiser of Bihar Business Connect 2027 provided an opportunity to showcase Bihar’s investment potential and engage with prospective investors, industry associations and international stakeholders.
The launch of BIMCGL reinforces the partnership between the Government of India and the Government of Bihar in developing modern, investment-ready industrial infrastructure.
With a dedicated institutional framework, ongoing infrastructure development and sustained investor engagement, IMC Gaya is being developed as a major manufacturing destination in eastern India, contributing to Bihar’s industrial transformation and the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047.
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