Indore (Madhya Pradesh): NITI Aayog is assisting the state government in developing Indore and Bhopal as Growth-Hubs (G-Hubs) for regional economic development.
The Aayog is collecting key data from both districts via an online platform and will analyse it to identify growth-driving areas, paving the way for a comprehensive and sound G-Hub plan.
Anna Roy, Principal Economic Advisor of NITI Aayog, made these remarks while holding a meeting with top district officials at the Collector’s Office on Friday. She said that the initiative aims to prepare an economic plan by assessing industrial development, infrastructure, human resources, investment potential and institutional strength, ultimately promoting job creation and advancing the vision of a “Prosperous Madhya Pradesh.”
Focus on data-driven planning
Roy stressed that departmental and district-level information for Indore Economic Region (IER) and Bhopal Economic Region (BER) is being collected to ensure planning reflects the actual needs and priorities of each region. This will make the planning process more accurate and effective.
Mobility & urban amenities
To boost economic growth, urban mobility, public transport and traffic management will be integrated into the economic plan. This will encourage industrial and commercial activities while improving civic amenities, helping establish Indore Economic Region as a robust, inclusive, and sustainable development model.
Indore Metropolitan Region
Roy said that a detailed economic development framework will be prepared for Indore Metropolitan Region, outlining growth drivers, priority projects and Indore’s role in state’s long-term vision.
