Kolkata: In a major boost to industrial development and employment generation, the West Bengal government has allocated over 200 acres of land across multiple industrial parks in the state to facilitate new investment projects and infrastructure expansion. The move underscores the state’s push to strengthen its industrial ecosystem and attract large-scale manufacturing, logistics, and skill-development initiatives.
Land Allocations Across Key Industrial Parks
The West Bengal Industrial Development Corporation (WBIDC) has earmarked land parcels in several established industrial parks to accommodate upcoming projects. These include:
- Vidyasagar Industrial Park, Midnapore: 0.42 acres allocated
- Panagarh Industrial Park: 1.37 acres allocated
- Haringhata Industrial Park: 2.77 acres allocated
These allocations are expected to support small and medium industrial units, helping diversify industrial activity across different regions of the state.
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Major Industrial Push at Jangalsundari Karmanagari
A significant portion of land—155 acres—has been allotted at Jangalsundari Karmanagari, a flagship industrial hub being developed by the state. This area is being positioned as a major destination for manufacturing and allied industries, and the fresh allocation is expected to accelerate industrialization and create substantial employment opportunities for local communities.
Boost to Gems and Jewellery Sector
The government has also focused on strengthening the gems and jewellery sector. Around 2,026.84 square feet of land in Domjur has been allocated for the construction of an office for the Gems and Jewellery Park. Additionally, the Technical Education Department has been allotted land for the second phase of the Gems and Jewellery Park in Ankurhati, Howrah.
This expansion will focus on skill development and training, aimed at creating a skilled workforce for the gems and jewellery industry and enhancing the sector’s competitiveness at both national and international levels.
Warehousing and Logistics Expansion in Singur
In another key development, Nahar Industrial Enterprises will receive 11.35 acres of surplus land in Singur for the construction of a large warehouse project with an estimated investment of ₹500 crore. The facility is expected to significantly boost the state’s logistics infrastructure.
Industry sources indicated that global e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart are likely to establish warehouses on this land, which would strengthen West Bengal’s position as a logistics and distribution hub for eastern India.
Economic and Employment Impact
Officials said the land allocations are aligned with the state government’s broader strategy to promote balanced regional development, attract private investment, and generate employment. The projects are expected to create direct and indirect job opportunities across manufacturing, logistics, skill training, and allied services.
