BHAVYA Scheme for Plug-and-Play Industrial Parks
Context:
The Union Cabinet has approved the BHAVYA (Build High-Value Advanced Yards for Acceleration) Scheme to develop 100 integrated plug-and-play industrial parks across India by 2032.
Core Vision –
To create world-class, ready-to-operate industrial ecosystems that enhance manufacturing capacity and industrial competitiveness.
Nature of Scheme –
A Central Sector Scheme implemented through cooperative federalism (Centre–State coordination) and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Launch Timeline –
Introduced in March 2026.
Administrative Ministry –
Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
Implementation Period –
6 years (FY 2026–27 to FY 2031–32).
Executing Agency –
National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
Strategic Goals –
- Strengthen industrial infrastructure ecosystem
- Improve ease of doing business
- Attract domestic and global investments
- Ensure balanced regional industrial growth
- Boost logistics efficiency through multimodal connectivity
Eligibility Criteria –
- No direct individual beneficiaries
- Selection based on land availability, connectivity, and industrial demand
Geographical Scope –
Pan-India implementation with priority to 8 industrial corridors under NICDP.
Salient Features –
- Ready-to-Operate Industrial Parks –
Pre-developed zones with land, utilities, and approvals for immediate operations - Land Size Norms –
100–1000 acres (minimum 25 acres in hilly and North-East regions) - Financial Assistance –
Up to ₹1 crore per acre for:- Core infrastructure (roads, utilities, drainage, ICT)
- Value-added facilities (testing labs, warehouses, factory sheds)
- Social infrastructure (worker housing, amenities)
- External Infrastructure Support –
Up to 25% of project cost - Project Selection –
Challenge-based approach prioritizing reform-oriented and investment-ready proposals
Design Framework –
Aligned with PM GatiShakti; promotes green energy, underground utility corridors, and no-dig systems.
Ease of Doing Business –
Single-window clearance system ensuring approvals within 60 days.
Sustainability Focus –
Encourages eco-friendly practices such as solar energy use and Zero Liquid Discharge systems.
Funding Mechanism –
Central financial assistance routed via implementing agencies with State participation.
Beneficiary Spectrum –
- Primary – Manufacturing units, MSMEs, startups, global investors
- Secondary – Workers, logistics providers, and local communities
Source : PIB