The Indore–Pithampur Economic Corridor to prove a milestone for developing Madhya Pradesh: Chief Minister Dr. Yadav

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that expanding production activities by promoting industries and boosting exports are top priorities of the state. He emphasized that the Indore–Pithampur Economic Corridor marks a new chapter in Madhya Pradesh’s progress and will be a milestone in building a “New Madhya Pradesh.” He praised the farmers of the Malwa region for their remarkable contribution to development saying that development is a continuous process.

Addressing the gathering at village Nainod in Indore district, the Chief Minister described the corridor as a gateway to new opportunities, aspirations, and possibilities. He said it would accelerate development in the Indore–Pithampur industrial region and the entire Malwa area, while also contributing significantly to the overall growth of the Indore–Ujjain Metropolitan Area. He laid foundation of first phase works of Indore-Pithampur Economic Corridor of Rs. 2360 crore project of Indore-Ujjain Metropolitan Area.

The corridor will provide connectivity, logistics, and infrastructure to industries, reducing production costs. In the first phase, focus will be on strengthening roads, transport, and industrial infrastructure. This will generate employment opportunities, benefit local youth, and strengthen the economy. It will also make Madhya Pradesh an attractive destination for national and international investment and establish the region as a major industrial hub.

The project, approximately 20 km long, will connect Indore’s commercial strength with Pithampur’s industrial capacity, reducing logistics costs and accelerating market access. It is expected to generate over 500,000 direct and 100,000 indirect jobs. A historic decision has been taken to return 60% of developed land to farmers, making them active partners in development.

The Chief Minister highlighted that farmers have contributed significantly by providing their ancestral land. About ₹650 crore worth of developed plots have been allocated to them. He reiterated that the government is committed to farmers’ welfare and will ensure fourfold compensation. He also assured procurement of all wheat produced by farmers, targeting 100 lakh million metric tons in the current season, and announced efforts to provide daytime electricity for irrigation.

He added that improved roads from the corridor will also aid management during the Simhastha 2028 event benefitting the pilgrims.

Farmers Felicitate Chief Minister

Farmers and local representatives welcomed the Chief Minister for the decision to return 60% developed land and provide fourfold compensation. They presented him with a symbolic plough and an image of Lord Balaram as a mark of gratitude. Farmers also submitted consent letters for land allocation and received allotment letters for developed plots.

The Chief Minister informed that: work is progressing rapidly on six greenfield expressways spanning 1,700 km Six major expressways and 48 new industrial parks are being developed Five greenfield corridors are under construction Projects like Narmada Pragati Path, Vindhya Expressway, Malwa–Nimar Development Path, Atal Pragati Path, Bundelkhand Development Path, and Madhya Bharat Development Path are underway.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the first phase of this economic corridor will strengthen road, transportation, and industrial infrastructure. This corridor will create new employment opportunities, benefit local youth, and strengthen the economy. This corridor will make Madhya Pradesh an attractive destination for national and international investment. With improved connectivity and modern infrastructure, the region will soon establish itself as a major industrial hub in the country.

Meanwhile, farmers were also provided with allotment letters for plots developed in the corridor.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav stated that work is progressing rapidly on six Greenfield Expressway projects spanning 1,700 km in the state. Six major expressways, Pragati Paths, and 48 new industrial parks, totaling 3,368 km, are also being developed in the state. He stated that the total network of national highways in the country has exceeded 146,200 km. Today, we have the second largest road network in the world. Madhya Pradesh is not far behind in this regard. New highways are being approved daily in the state. He stated that five Greenfield corridors are being constructed in the state. In the coming three years, six major expressways and Pragati Paths are being developed in Madhya Pradesh, including the Narmada Pragati Path, Vindhya Expressway, Malwa-Nimar Vikas Path, Atal Pragati Path, Bundelkhand Vikas Path, and Madhya Bharat Vikas Path.

Minister Urban Development Minister Shri Kailash Vijayvargiya said the corridor will become one of the country’s best projects and a strong foundation for industrial expansion, benefiting farmers and strengthening the economy.

Water Resources Minister Shri Tulsiram Silawat described the project as a major step toward realizing the vision of a developed India, creating employment opportunities and accelerating growth.

MP Shri Shankar Lalwani called it a key growth center for boosting GDP, while MLA Shri Madhu Verma highlighted it as a unique example of public participation, with farmers voluntarily contributing land.

Project Highlights

• Indore–Pithampur Economic Corridor’s cost is Rs. 2,360 crore (Phase 1).
• Area is 1,300 hectares. Length is 20 km, Width: 675 meters and Road width is 75 meters.
• Facilities will cover Super corridor connectivity, modern drainage, power supply, water systems, and 60+ infrastructure amenities.
• Provide jobs to over 500,000 direct and 100,000 indirect.
• Beneficiaries will include farmers, rural communities, and youth of 17 villages around Indore. Farmers will have 60% developed land returned; increased trust and participation.
• Indore, Dhar, Ujjain, Dewas, and Shajapur will form an industrial “pentagon”.
• Seamless connectivity between Indore and Pithampur, integration with multimodal logistics parks, and positioning Madhya Pradesh as a global export hub will be major benefits.