Haryana Unveils New Industrial Policy to Boost High-Tech Manufacturing and Innovation

The 'Make in Haryana' Industrial Policy, an ambitious undertaking, has been unveiled by the Haryana government. Subsequently, targeting the generation of 10 lakh jobs and the attraction of INR 5 lakh Cr in investments. The move is part of the state's strategy to become a centre for global capability centres (GCCs), data centres, new technology, and future-ready manufacturing.

This strategy was one of ten new policies targeted at specific industries that Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini unveiled today. Electric automobiles and semiconductors, as well as renewable energy initiatives, green hydrogen, textiles and clothes, automobile components, footwear, and recycling of electronic trash are all encompassed by these rules. Data centres, global supply chains, electronics, emerging markets, and advanced manufacturing are some of the next-generation businesses that the strategy aims to support.

Haryana Making Investor-Centric Policies

Officials have stated that the Gurugram non-transit-orientated development (non-TOD) zones are receiving investment priorities under the GCC and data centre policies 2026. The state also witnessed early interest from the sector, with INR 30,000 Cr in foreign direct investment (FDI) and MoUs worth 1.10 Lakh Cr being signed on the first day. Saini, speaking to investors and business tycoons, emphasised that ecosystem strength, not incentives alone, is driving the global investment climate.

According to Saini, these days, investors look at the whole picture when making decisions. Their goal is to find a state that can partner with them for long-term growth, make decisions quickly, and be trustworthy and reliable. "Speed and trust" are the guiding ideals of Haryana, he said.

The policy, as stated by the CM, signifies a change from conventional manufacturing to innovation-driven industrial expansion with an emphasis on sustainability, competitiveness, exports, and employment generation. The state of Haryana has stated that the Intelligent Investment Facilitation Portal, an AI-enabled 'Single Window 2.0' system, signifies the shift from digitisation to "intelligent governance" and is a key change under the strategy.

How Policy Can Benefit Investors?

A GIS-based land identification system, an AI-powered investment blueprint generator, real-time assistance from a smart AI agent, advice during the clearance process, and policy and infrastructure support are all aspects of the portal. Instead of having to go through many departments, investors can now receive approvals, land allocation, incentives, and certifications through one integrated platform. A simpler statewide incentive structure replaces the previous A, B, C, and D block classification system, which is also eliminated by the policy.

Intrastate sales, job creation, R&D infrastructure, export turnover, and green activities will all be linked to fiscal incentives. Important incentives include a capital subsidy of up to 30%, R&D support of up to INR 50 Cr, and net state GST reimbursement. In addition, the government will double the incentives offered by central schemes, such as the production-linked reward program, by 50%.