New Delhi, 26 June 2025 — The Government of India has officially approved a ₹417 crore Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC 2.0) in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. Spread across 206.4 acres in Sector 10 near the upcoming Noida International Airport (Jewar), the project is set to boost India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem.
Key Highlights
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Total Project Cost: ₹417 crore (excluding land value)
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Includes ₹144 crore central assistance from the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY)
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Remaining funding by Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA)
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Investment Potential: Expected to attract ₹2,500 crore in private investment
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Job Creation: Approximately 15,000 jobs are expected to be generated
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Target Completion: January 2028
Strategic Benefits
The Electronics Manufacturing Cluster will offer robust infrastructure including:
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Plug-and-play industrial units
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Common facilities such as training centers, hostels, medical units, and convention halls
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Excellent connectivity via Yamuna Expressway, Eastern Peripheral Expressway, Palwal–Khurja rail corridor, and proximity to the international airport
Focus Sectors
The cluster is designed to attract manufacturers in:
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Consumer electronics
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Industrial and communication equipment
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Medical devices
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Computer hardware
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Startups and MSMEs
It aims to reduce the cost and time of setup through shared infrastructure and ready-built industrial spaces.
Official Statement
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated, “This project is a key step in building a Viksit Bharat (Developed India). It supports Make in India, encourages investment, and opens thousands of job opportunities in the electronics sector.”
The Electronics Manufacturing Cluster near Jewar Airport is a landmark initiative to turn Uttar Pradesh into a high-tech manufacturing hub. With a focus on innovation, job creation, and industrial growth, it marks a significant step in India’s journey towards becoming a global leader in electronics production