<h1>India to Develop 12 New Smart Industrial Cities with Rs. 28,602 Crore Investment for Enhanced Manufacturing and Connectivity.</h1> The Indian Cabinet has approved the development of 12 new industrial cities under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP), with an investment of Rs. 28,602 crore. This initiative aims to enhance India's manufacturing capabilities and global competitiveness by establishing smart industrial cities with advanced infrastructure and multi-modal connectivity. The cities will be strategically located across 10 states, including Uttarakhand, Punjab, Maharashtra, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan. The NICDP is expected to generate significant employment opportunities and drive regional economic growth, aligning with the vision of a self-reliant and developed India.