Gandhinagar, June 13 (IANS) The Gujarat government will unveil its new Industrial Policy 2026 on June 15, setting out a fresh roadmap aimed at accelerating industrial growth, attracting investment and expanding employment opportunities across the state.

The policy will be launched at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, who also holds the industries portfolio.

According to the state government, the policy is expected to provide a comprehensive framework for strengthening Gujarat’s position as one of India’s leading industrial and investment destinations.

The government has indicated that the new policy will focus on improving the ease of doing business, promoting advanced manufacturing, supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), encouraging technology-driven industries and creating favourable conditions for investment in emerging and high-growth sectors.

It is also expected to prioritise innovation and job creation while building on Gujarat’s established industrial base.

In a statement ahead of the launch, the government said: “Gujarat has emerged as a preferred destination for domestic and international investment because of its infrastructure, connectivity, governance framework and skilled workforce. The new policy is expected to build on those strengths to further enhance industrial competitiveness and economic growth.”

Reports ahead of the announcement suggest the policy could introduce a new “ultra mega” category for large industrial projects, with eligibility linked to major investment and employment commitments.

The draft framework is also reported to expand the number of priority or “thrust” sectors from nine to 16, potentially including semiconductor supply chains, nuclear power equipment manufacturing, drone and robotics production, recycling industries and heavy equipment manufacturing.

The forthcoming policy comes as Gujarat continues to position itself for growth in advanced manufacturing and technology sectors.

In recent months, the state has highlighted investments in semiconductors, data centres, green energy and smart industrial infrastructure, including plans for new smart industrial estates and expanded industrial ecosystems across multiple regions.

The launch is expected to provide greater clarity on the incentives, sectoral priorities and investment mechanisms that will guide Gujarat’s industrial strategy over the coming years.

–IANS

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