Arunachal Pradesh Eyes Growth with New Industrial Policies

Itanagar, Aug 26 (PTI) - Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced that the state is crafting a “bold new growth story” with an emphasis on innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship.

Khandu shared on X that a range of transformative initiatives are underway to establish Arunachal Pradesh as a burgeoning hub for industry and startups.

The newly unveiled Industrial Development & Investment Policy 2025 is a key component in this strategy, designed to attract substantial investments and foster a favorable business climate.

Investments totaling Rs 809 crore are currently planned, encompassing sectors such as food processing, steel, and bamboo-based industries.

The state boasts a strong industrial infrastructure with 15 industrial estates, a growth center, and an integrated development center spread over more than 736 acres, laying the groundwork for supporting various enterprises, according to Khandu.

Significant growth is evident in the establishment of 21,982 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the state, particularly within the food, textiles, and hospitality sectors.

The Arunachal Pradesh Innovation & Investment Park is fostering up to 50 startups annually, with a keen focus on developing a robust startup ecosystem.

Between 2021 and 2024, 106 startups were incubated, with a striking 512 applications received in 2025 alone, showcasing the rising entrepreneurial spirit among the youth.

Khandu emphasized the state’s dedication to empowering youth and women entrepreneurs.

Through the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Swavalamban Yojana (DDUSY), Rs 488 crore has been allocated to support 2,648 entrepreneurs across various sectors.

The chief minister projected that more than 25,000 job and self-employment opportunities are anticipated in the next five years through the SEE Trinity framework (Skill, Employment, and Entrepreneurship).

“With targeted policies, considerable investments, and a dynamic startup culture, Arunachal Pradesh is no longer on the periphery of economic growth. We are writing a bold new chapter of prosperity,” Khandu concluded.

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