Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has emerged as one of India’s most investor-friendly states, setting new standards in Ease of Doing Business (EoDB). The government’s reform-driven approach has reshaped the administrative and business environment, making processes more transparent, efficient, and technology-driven. These reforms are directly benefiting investors and entrepreneurs, while also laying the foundation for the vision of Viksit Uttar Pradesh.
Since 2017, the state government has implemented 4,675 administrative reforms and 2,500 business-centric changes, successfully removing procedural bottlenecks that previously hindered industrial growth.
The digitization of services through the Nivesh Mitra portal has simplified the process of establishing industries, ensuring that approvals, registrations, and compliance requirements are completed in a time-bound and hassle-free manner. Today, most regulatory procedures—including intent filing, NOC’s and letters of approval—are available online, eliminating the need for physical visits to government offices.
This forward-looking approach has shaped Uttar Pradesh into a state where digital innovation, transparent decisions, and performance-driven governance are actively fueling industrial growth. By prioritizing accountability and efficiency, the government has further boosted the confidence of investors across sectors.
A striking example of this transformation is seen in the Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA), where a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)-based system of promotions and evaluations has been introduced. This has significantly improved the responsibility and efficiency of officials, accelerating the pace of application processing. In 2018–19, UPSIDA processed 625 applications, while in 2025–26, the number rose to 3,059—an unprecedented 389 percent increase. Investor satisfaction has also reached a record 96.32 percent, reflecting the state’s commitment to timely and investor-friendly services.
The Nivesh Mitra portal has played a pivotal role in modernizing investment facilitation in Uttar Pradesh. Currently operating in its 2.0 version, the portal integrates more than 525 services from 43 departments onto a single platform, covering licensing, approvals, certifications, and other regulatory processes. This seamless integration has made investment procedures faster, more transparent, and more reliable.
Work is already underway to launch Nivesh Mitra 3.0, which will introduce GIS based land banks and live mapping of industrial plots. This innovation will eliminate the need for physical inspections and ensure transparent coordination with nodal agencies. The upgraded version will also incorporate advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence dashboards that provide real time data analysis, trend monitoring, and actionable insights for decision making.
In addition, the upcoming portal will include a robust grievance redressal system to keep investors informed through regular updates via WhatsApp, SMS, and email. The Common Application Form will be user friendly, dynamic, and language accessible, while the Know Your Approvals (KYA) facility will provide investors with comprehensive information about all required approvals.
Together, these innovations are making Uttar Pradesh’s investment ecosystem more efficient, transparent, and investor friendly, strengthening the state’s position as a leading destination for industry and enterprise.
Through these reforms, Uttar Pradesh has positioned itself as a true Udyam Pradesh—a state of enterprise—while advancing towards the larger vision of Viksit Uttar Pradesh. By combining administrative efficiency, digital innovation, and investor-centric policies, the government has created a strong foundation for industrial growth and economic transformation.
