Telangana to draw up Mega Master Plan for industrial growth, pharma clusters
14 radial roads on ORR, connecting 12 national highways, would be hubs for these 1,000-3,000 acre villages, equipped with world-class infrastructure, pollution-free environments.
- Telangana
NewsTAP Bureau- Updated On:6 Jan 2024 4:07 PM GMT
HYDERABAD: Aiming for an industrial revolution across Telangana by 2050, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy unveiled a bold 'Mega Master Plan' on Saturday, promising a friendly environment for investment and dispelling doubts about rural neglect. The ambitious plan envisions three distinct clusters – urban within Hyderabad's Outer Ring Road (ORR), semi-urban between ORR and RRR, and rural beyond – fostering development across the State.
"Industrial growth shouldn't be confined to Hyderabad," Revanth said, emphasising the policy's focus on rural transformation.
"The prosperity of villages and cities is intertwined," he said, seeking cooperation from entrepreneurs and investors in building a diverse industrial landscape.
A unique feature of the plan is the creation of 'Pharma Villages' instead of conventional cities. Fourteen radial roads on ORR, connecting 12 national highways, would be hubs for these 1,000-3,000 acre villages, equipped with world-class infrastructure, pollution-free environments, and amenities like schools and hospitals.
Zaheerabad would house clusters for food processing, sports, automobile, and organic industries, alongside existing strengths like IT, pharma, and health.
Recognising Hyderabad's potential in defense manufacturing and the Navy sector, Revanth urged investors to explore these lucrative avenues. Additionally, a new solar power policy with attractive incentives aims to bolster Telangana's clean energy footprint.
Dispelling misconceptions about Congress' commitment to industry, Revanth said that his Government's transparency and vision. "Elections and politics are separate; development is our focus," he daid, inviting investors to discuss opportunities directly with him, assuring access 24x7.
To bridge the unemployment gap, the policy prioritises skill development. "35 lakh unemployed people are not a burden, but a resource," Revanth said, announcing plans for Skill Universities to equip youth with job-ready skills.
