Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 30 (HBTV): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday participated in the Investors Meet organized for the upcoming Mega Textile and Apparel Park.

The project, to be developed on 1,000 acres along the Lucknow-Hardoi border under the PM Mitra Yojana, aims to boost industrial growth in the textile sector while reinforcing Uttar Pradesh's position as a key investment hub.

Addressing the gathering, CM Yogi emphasized the state's commitment to investor-friendly policies.

‘Incentives have been distributed to hundreds of investors who have already commenced production. Our online system ensures that all incentives are provided within the policy framework,’ he said.

He further noted that Uttar Pradesh is the first state in India to systematically implement social incentives for investors. Under the 2022 textile policy, investors in the sector have already received their incentives, reinforcing the state's pledge to deliver on its promises.

CM Yogi also highlighted the historical significance of the state's textile industry, referring to Varanasi and Ayodhya as ancient centers of trade and craftsmanship.

‘Kashi and Ayodhya are among the world's oldest cities, and their legacy in textiles dates back thousands of years. Bhagoli and Mirzapur continue to be renowned for their silk, and the Banarasi saree remains a global favorite,’ he said.

He added that Ambedkar Nagar in Ayodhya is known for its flourishing handloom and textile industry.

The establishment of the Mega Textile Park is expected to generate employment and enhance Uttar Pradesh’s position as a leading textile manufacturing state.

The PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) scheme aims to establish an integrated, large-scale, and modern textile industrial infrastructure, creating a complete textile value chain from fibre to finished product and boosting India's global textile competitiveness.

Earlier on Friday, CM Yogi inaugurated a new soft drink bottling plant in Ayodhya.

During his address, he praised the ‘double engine’ government, referring to the partnership between the central and state governments under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

‘Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP government has made Ayodhya the country’s first solar city and equipped the plant with solar panels of 15 megawatts that will help reduce carbon emissions and combat global warming,’ he said.

‘The new soft drink bottling plant is expected to boost local employment, benefiting both the local workforce and the neighbouring states of Bihar and Uttarakhand,’ he added.

Earlier, addressing the Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyaan (MYUVA) event, CM Yogi said that law and order in Uttar Pradesh has transformed significantly under the BJP rule, stating that the state, which once witnessed ‘riots,’ has now become a hub of festive celebrations, attracting devotees from across the country and the world.

The Chief Minister emphasized that these festivals in cities such as Kashi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya, Gorakhpur, and Chitrakoot have not only promoted cultural heritage but also generated employment opportunities.

CM Yogi further noted that Uttar Pradesh has witnessed rapid development over the past 10 years.

In a veiled attack on the opposition, he said that barriers hindering the state's progress have been removed, allowing the youth to access better employment opportunities.

(ANI)