The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) has commenced a three-day roadshow in the UAE, running from January 6 to 8, 2024.

 

The initiative aims to strengthen industrial partnerships and explore successful infrastructure models to further India’s industrial development.

 

The 12-member delegation, led by NICDC CEO and Managing Director Rajat Kumar Saini, includes representatives from various Indian states and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs). A central focus of the roadshow is promoting investment opportunities in India’s Greenfield Industrial Smart Cities, part of the ambitious National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP).

 

The delegation will have high level meetings  with senior executives from prominent entities such as DP World, TECOM, and Meydan Free Zone, engaging in discussions on logistics, industrialization, and infrastructure.

 

A key highlight of the visit will be an in-depth study of the operations at Jebel Ali Port, particularly its port-led industrialization model, automated systems, and multi-modal connectivity. The insights gained are expected to inform NICDC’s efforts in developing world-class industrial smart cities across India.

 

The NICDP has already achieved significant milestones, with approximately 370 plots across 1,477 acres allotted to investors, attracting commitments worth ₹1.70 lakh crore (US $20.48 billion).

 

Infrastructure development in cities like Dholera (Gujarat) and Shendra-Bidkin (Maharashtra) has made notable progress, with 82 units, including major international companies like Hyosung and Haier, now operational.

 

The program also includes 12 newly approved industrial cities across India, spanning locations from Khurpia in Uttarakhand to Palakkad in Kerala.

 

These cities are designed to incorporate cutting-edge amenities, including uninterrupted power supply, advanced water treatment systems, and a “Walk to Work” concept, underscoring India’s bid to establish itself as a global manufacturing hub.

 

This UAE roadshow underscores India’s commitment to fostering international collaboration and attracting foreign investment to drive its industrial growth and modernization.