Economic Cluster of Uttar Pradesh

1. North Corridor (NC): Firozabad, Shikohabad, Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, Hathras, Etah, Kashganj



2. Western Tarai Corridor(WTC): chandausi, sambhal, Amroha, Moradabad, Rampur,



3. Central Tarai Corridor(CTC): Shahjahanpur, Hardoi, Sitapur, Lakhimpur


4. Eastern Depth Corridor (EDC): Sultanpur, amethi, Jaunpur, pratapgrah


5. South Tarai Corridor (STC): Ayodhya,  Basti, Gorakhpur, Deoria, Tanda, akbarpur 


6. Gautam Budha Corridor (GDC): Bahraich, Gonda, Srawasti, balrampur, bansi


7. Rani Lakshmi Bai Corridor (LC): Jhansi, Orai, Pukharayan, Sikandara, Auraiya, jalaun


8. Himalayan Corridor(HC): Saharanpur, Deoband, Muzaffarnagar, Bijnor, shamli


9. Nath Corridor: Pilibhit, Bareilly, Budaun, Sahaswan


10. Kaliger Corridor: Mahoba, Banda, Chitrakoot


11. Panch Corridor: Etawah, Kannauj, Farrukhabad, Mainpuri


12. Ganga Corridor: Fatehpur, Raibareli, Hamirpur


13. Banaras Outer: Azamgrah, Gazipur, Ballia, Mau



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Development of Economic Clusters in Uttar Pradesh: A Comprehensive Approach

The division of Uttar Pradesh into 13 economic clusters is a strategic move to promote regional development and harness the unique strengths of each area. Here's a potential approach for the development of each cluster:

1. North Corridor (NC):

  • Focus: Glassware and handicrafts (Firozabad), leather goods (Agra), food processing (Mathura), locks and hardware (Aligarh).

  • Development Strategies: Skill development centers, common facility centers, marketing support, technology upgrades, and export promotion.

2. Western Tarai Corridor (WTC):

  • Focus: Brassware and metal crafts (Moradabad), textiles and handlooms (Amroha, Rampur), agro-processing.

  • Development Strategies: Cluster-specific industrial parks, design and innovation centers, marketing and branding initiatives, infrastructure improvements.

3. Central Tarai Corridor (CTC):

  • Focus: Sugarcane processing, agro-based industries, dairy products.

  • Development Strategies: Modernization of sugar mills, promotion of allied industries like ethanol production, dairy processing units, cold chain infrastructure.

4. Eastern Depth Corridor (EDC):

  • Focus: Handloom weaving, carpet manufacturing, food processing (especially mango-based products).

  • Development Strategies: Design and marketing support for handlooms and carpets, promotion of Geographical Indication (GI) products, food processing clusters with modern facilities.

5. South Tarai Corridor (STC):

  • Focus: Religious tourism (Ayodhya), textiles and handlooms, agriculture and agro-processing.

  • Development Strategies: Infrastructure development for tourism, promotion of pilgrimage circuits, textile parks, skill development centers for handloom weavers, food processing units.

6. Gautam Budha Corridor (GDC):

  • Focus: Agriculture and agro-processing, ecotourism, Buddhist tourism circuit.

  • Development Strategies: Promotion of organic farming, food processing units, eco-friendly tourism infrastructure, development of Buddhist pilgrimage sites.

7. Rani Lakshmi Bai Corridor (LC):

  • Focus: Granite and stone quarrying, agro-processing, defense manufacturing potential.

  • Development Strategies: Modernization of quarrying and processing units, skill development centers, exploring opportunities in defense manufacturing.

8. Himalayan Corridor (HC):

  • Focus: Agro-based industries, tourism, horticulture, herbal products.

  • Development Strategies: Promotion of horticulture and floriculture, development of tourism circuits, support for herbal product manufacturing, skill development in tourism and hospitality.

9. Nath Corridor:

  • Focus: Agriculture and agro-processing, dairy farming, religious tourism.

  • Development Strategies: Modernization of agricultural practices, dairy processing units, promotion of religious tourism circuits, development of infrastructure.

10. Kalinjar Corridor:

  • Focus: Stone quarrying and processing, eco-tourism, tribal handicrafts.

  • Development Strategies: Sustainable quarrying practices, eco-tourism initiatives, skill development and market linkages for tribal artisans.

11. Panch Corridor:

  • Focus: Agriculture and agro-processing, leather goods, tourism (historical and cultural).

  • Development Strategies: Food processing clusters, leather goods manufacturing units, promotion of heritage tourism, skill development initiatives.

12. Ganga Corridor:

  • Focus: Agriculture, tourism, potential for river-based industries and logistics.

  • Development Strategies: Development of riverfront infrastructure, promotion of eco-tourism, exploration of inland waterways for transport and logistics.

13. Banaras Outer:

  • Focus: Handloom weaving (silk sarees), agriculture, tourism potential.

  • Development Strategies: Design and marketing support for handloom weavers, promotion of rural tourism, agricultural infrastructure development.

Additional Considerations:

  • Infrastructure Development: Invest in improving road, rail, and air connectivity within and between clusters.

  • Skill Development: Establish skill development centers to cater to the specific needs of each cluster.

  • Ease of Doing Business: Streamline regulatory processes and create a conducive business environment.

  • Technology Adoption: Promote the use of technology in manufacturing, marketing, and other areas.

  • Sustainability: Focus on sustainable development practices and environmental protection.

By implementing a comprehensive and tailored approach, Uttar Pradesh can unlock the economic potential of each cluster and achieve inclusive and balanced regional development.