J&K industrial push gains momentum with 639 units, ₹75,734 Cr investment

In a significant boost to economic development, the Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday announced that 639 industrial units have been established across the Union Territory over the past two financial years, reflecting rising investor confidence and expanding employment opportunities.

Replying to a query by BJP MLA Balwant Singh Mankotia in the Assembly, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary said that 234 units were set up in 2023-24 , followed by a sharp rise to 405 units in 2024-25 .

The newly established units have collectively attracted an investment of ₹75,734.96 crore and are expected to generate employment for around 41,365 people , marking a major step toward industrialisation and job creation in the region.

Highlighting the impact of the J&K Industrial Policy 2021-30 , Choudhary noted that a substantial amount of land has been transferred to the Industries and Commerce Department, particularly in the Jammu division. Among districts, Kathua district recorded the highest land transfer with 5,532 kanal and 7 marla , followed by Samba district with 1,482 kanal , and Jammu district with 277 kanal . Other districts include Reasi district (500 kanal and 13 marla), Poonch district (208 kanal), and Kishtwar district (40 kanal).

The Deputy Chief Minister further revealed that 758 industrial units have been established in the Jammu division alone since the policy’s rollout. District-wise allocation shows Kathua district leading with 233 units across 4,830 kanal of land , followed by Samba district with 117 units on 775 kanal . Udhampur district has 17 units on 36 kanal , while Jammu district and Reasi district have one unit each , spread over 24 kanal and 1 kanal of land respectively .

Officials added that land identified for industrial use has been formally handed over to allottees with proper documentation , ensuring smoother project implementation.

The latest figures underscore a positive economic trajectory for Jammu and Kashmir, with sustained industrial investment, infrastructure support, and job creation emerging as key drivers of growth in the Union Territory.