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UPSIDA has revitalised over 200 long-unused industrial plots in Ghaziabad, many vacant since the 1970s, by allowing partial resale under new policies. Owners of inactive units can now sell up to 75% of their land, enabling smaller businesses to acquire affordable parcels. With prices between INR 16,960 and INR 25,780 per sq m, this marks the first major land allocation in the region in two decades. UPSIDA has also allotted over 1,600 plots in three years and tripled its revenue since FY 2021-22. Backed by a INR 6,190 crore budget, the authority is investing in infrastructure and green initiatives, turning Ghaziabad into a hub for growing enterprises.
To repurpose long-dormant industrial land, UPSIDA has revived over 200 unused plots in Ghaziabad, many of which had been lying vacant since the 1970s. Originally allocated for large-scale industrial units, these plots often around 4,000 square metres or more had fallen into disuse as older heavy industries either failed or shifted operations. Advertisement
Recognising the potential of this unused inventory, UPSIDA amended its policies to allow partial resale. Under the revised rules, owners of inactive or loss-making units are now permitted to sell up to 75% of their land while retaining a 25% share to downscale operations if needed. This flexibility has made it possible for multiple smaller companies to establish operations on subdivided parcels that were previously inaccessible to them due to size and cost constraints.
Plot prices during the latest allotments ranged between INR 16,960 and INR 25,780 per square metre, depending on their location and proximity to transport links and infrastructure. The success of this initiative is significant, considering that Ghaziabad had not seen any new industrial land allocation in nearly two decades. The new policy directly addresses the long-standing shortage of industrial land in the region and enables more efficient land use across existing estates such as Meerut Road Industrial Area, Loni Road, and Kavi Nagar.
UPSIDA?s reforms go beyond land policy. In the last three years, the authority has allotted over 1,600 plots, with nearly 800 allocations completed in the past financial year alone. This has led to a substantial rise in both employment generation and private sector investment. Financially, UPSIDA?s revenue has nearly tripled since FY 2021?22. With an increased budget outlay of INR 6,190 crore for the current fiscal year, UPSIDA is now investing heavily in the development of core infrastructure such as paved roads, sewage systems, reliable water supply, and uninterrupted power across its industrial areas.
In addition, a strong focus on sustainability is shaping UPSIDA's long-term vision. The authority has rolled out plans for 13 solar power plants across major industrial zones, including TDS City in Lucknow. These plants will help reduce energy costs for tenants while contributing to a greener industrial footprint. Several industrial estates are also being upgraded with green belts, solar-powered street lighting, and waste management systems.
The combination of relaxed land policies, robust infrastructure investment, and clean energy adoption has created a conducive environment for industrial activity to thrive. Ghaziabad, which once struggled with legacy land issues and stagnant growth, is now positioned as a magnet for small and mid-sized enterprises looking for viable expansion space with modern facilities and sustainability credentials.
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