The proposal, open for public scrutiny before reaching the cabinet for final approval, outlines a comprehensive strategy to invigorate the electronic sector and stimulate job creation.
Initial steps for the implementation of the project have been set in motion, with a sprawling 81-acre campus proposed for development in Baprola, southwest Delhi. As per the ambitious blueprint first introduced in the Delhi government’s 2022-23 budget, the electronic city will encompass a “start-up village” and an “electronic design village.”
Under the proposed “Draft Delhi Electronic System Design, Manufacturing and Refurbishment (ESDMR) Policy 2022-2027,” manufacturing units are poised to operate round the clock, pending the amendment of pertinent state laws. The draft, currently available for public feedback online, is set for review after the conclusion of the one-month consultation period. Subsequently, the proposal will be forwarded to the cabinet for approval, with the requirement of the lieutenant governor’s endorsement before formal notification.
Notably, the policy emphasizes the creation of a conducive ecosystem, entailing favorable policy incentives, plug-and-play infrastructure, and a skilled workforce, with the overarching goal of generating approximately 80,000 job opportunities. A pivotal feature of the plan involves the establishment of an electronic design village, dedicated to research and design initiatives in the field of electronic products. Simultaneously, the proposed start-up village is envisioned to function as an incubator for electronics-focused entrepreneurs and design-led manufacturing ventures.
Collaborative efforts between the department of industries, the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology in Delhi, and the Delhi Skills and Entrepreneurship University are expected to drive the development of the research and design facility. Moreover, the proximity of Baprola to the Delhi airport, with an estimated travel time of 20 minutes upon completion of the Urban Extension Roadway-II, is touted as a strategic advantage for the upcoming electronic city.
Speaking on the policy’s key focus, a government official highlighted the emphasis on skill development, seamless infrastructure, and expedited administrative processes. The draft outlines the creation of a Common Facilities Centre, providing operating units with access to essential amenities such as testing labs, prototyping labs, and warehouses on a pay-per-use basis. Furthermore, it promises a streamlined single-window clearance system for necessary permits and licenses, ensuring a hassle-free operational environment for manufacturers, as per a report in Hindustan Times.
The committee entrusted with overseeing the project’s execution is slated to include representatives from various departments and industry experts, underscoring a collaborative approach towards its implementation. Amrit Manwani, former president of the Electronic Industries Association of India, expressed optimism about the project’s potential to attract a multitude of electronic companies, leveraging the proximity to Jewar and IGI airports for efficient logistics operations.
Despite attempts to reach out to the Delhi government for further insights, no response has been received at the time of reporting. With the policy’s comprehensive approach and emphasis on a conducive ecosystem, the proposed electronic city stands poised to reshape Delhi’s electronic landscape and herald a new era of growth and innovation in the sector.
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