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West Bengal to split land and industry policies to woo investors
The West Bengal government is preparing separate policy frameworks for land acquisition and industrial development to accelerate investment inflows into the state. The bifurcated approach marks a strategic shift in how the state addresses critical infrastructure challenges hampering business growth.
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West Bengal's industrial development strategy is undergoing a significant restructuring, with the state government preparing to decouple its land and industry policies to create a more targeted investment environment. The proposed industry policy will incorporate export promotion measures as a core component, while land-related regulations will operate as an independent framework, according to state Industry Minister Tapas Roy.
Roy, who leads a ministerial group examining both policy frameworks, made the announcement at the BigMint India Ferrous Week 2026 conference. The separation represents a departure from earlier plans to address land availability challenges within a consolidated industrial policy structure.
Land scarcity has emerged as a persistent constraint in Bengal's bid to strengthen its industrial footprint and attract fresh manufacturing investments. By creating a dedicated land policy, the state government aims to implement targeted solutions addressing the sector's pressing infrastructure needs. The move reflects growing recognition among policymakers that land acquisition and industrial regulation require distinct policy instruments tailored to their specific challenges.
The bifurcated approach signals the state's commitment to streamlining investment procedures and removing procedural bottlenecks that have historically deterred industrial growth in the region. Officials are examining alternative mechanisms to expedite land availability for industrial projects, though details remain under review.