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J&K Government Approves Rs 17.24 crore Industrial Estate in Ganderbal
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 03:09 AM
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The Jammu and Kashmir administration has given the green light to a Rs 17.24 crore industrial estate project in Ganderbal, aiming to boost local manufacturing and employment.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has approved the development of an industrial estate in Ganderbal district, allocating Rs 17.24 crore for the project. The initiative is part of the state’s effort to diversify its economy and attract manufacturing units to the region.
According to officials, the estate will provide infrastructure such as power, water and road connectivity to facilitate small and medium‑scale enterprises. While exact timelines have not been disclosed, the authorities expect the site to become operational within the next few years.
State representatives said the project is intended to generate new employment opportunities for local youth and reduce dependence on traditional sectors. The funding is being drawn from the state’s development budget, reflecting a continued focus on industrial growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
The approval follows a series of recent measures aimed at improving the business climate in the valley, including incentives for investors and streamlined clearances. If successful, the Ganderbal estate could serve as a model for similar projects across the region.
According to officials, the estate will provide infrastructure such as power, water and road connectivity to facilitate small and medium‑scale enterprises. While exact timelines have not been disclosed, the authorities expect the site to become operational within the next few years.
State representatives said the project is intended to generate new employment opportunities for local youth and reduce dependence on traditional sectors. The funding is being drawn from the state’s development budget, reflecting a continued focus on industrial growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
The approval follows a series of recent measures aimed at improving the business climate in the valley, including incentives for investors and streamlined clearances. If successful, the Ganderbal estate could serve as a model for similar projects across the region.