UP Cabinet Clears Electronics Parts Manufacturing Policy | 03 Sep 2025

Why in News?

In a major step to elevate Uttar Pradesh as a global electronics manufacturing hub, the state cabinet has approved the Uttar Pradesh Electronics Component Manufacturing Policy-2025 (UP ECMP-2025). 

Key Features of UP ECMP-2025

• About: The policy aligns with the central Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), with an investment target of Rs 5,000 crore and the creation of lakhs of jobs.
• Objective: The policy aims to promote the production of 11 key electronic components, including displays, camera modules, and multilayer Printed Circuit Board (PCBs). 
  • With an estimated investment of Rs 5,000 crore, it is expected to generate both direct and indirect job opportunities, making UP a preferred investment destination.
• Governance Framework: A nodal agency, supported by a policy implementation unit and an empowered committee, will oversee the policy's implementation, ensuring efficient governance and smooth execution of initiatives.
• Timeline: The policy will be effective retrospectively from 1st April  2025, with investments made from this date eligible for policy benefits, extending for six years.
• Incentives: Entrepreneurs will benefit from state-level incentives in addition to central benefits under the ECMS, helping strengthen UP’s electronics supply chain and fostering a self-sustaining ecosystem.
• Significance: The policy will foster innovation in electronics manufacturing and reduce India's import dependency, aligning with the government's vision to strengthen the domestic electronics component sector.