In a move to strengthen its ready-made garment (RMG) sector under the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government is constructing a new ‘flatted factory’ in the Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA) area. Designed as a ground-plus-three-floor facility, this multi-story building will house 80 fully equipped units for garment manufacturers.
The plug-and-play design of the factory allows entrepreneurs to start operations immediately with just their machinery and raw materials. The 30,000-sq m complex will also include an exhibition hall for showcasing products, a marketing outlet, a daycare for employees' children, fire-fighting systems, and dedicated elevators.
Valued at $4.79 million (Rs. 42.36 crore), the project is expected to create around 2,000 jobs, both directly and indirectly. According to RN Singh, President, Chamber of Industries, 80 per cent of the units will be reserved for garment businesses, while the remaining 20 per cent will be available to other entrepOne District One Product (ODOP) reneurs.
Approved by the Ministry of MSME two years ago, this initiative complements the development of a garment park that is also underway in Gorakhpur. Together, these two projects are expected to position the city as a major hub for India’s ready-made garment industry.
