Approval for 'PRAGATI' Robotics Park in Greater Noida
- 29 Oct 2026
On October 27, 2026, the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the 69.52-acre 'PRAGATI' AI and Robotics Park in Greater Noida.
Key Facts
- Project Objective: The PRAGATI (Platform for Robotics and AI Growth through Technology and Innovation) Park will promote domestic robotics manufacturing, AI research, and technological innovation.
- Two Development Zones: An eight-acre area of the park will adopt a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, while the remaining 61.52 acres are designated for private industrial investment.
- Operational Framework: The eight-acre zone will be developed by a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), with the Greater Noida Authority holding a 26% stake and the selected private partner holding a 74% stake.
- Financial Provisions: The Greater Noida Authority will contribute Rs. 21.1 crore in equity. The state government will provide an interest-free loan of Rs. 126.2 crore for 30 years.
- Private Investment: Private companies will develop industrial units in the 61.52-acre area. The state government will have no direct capital liability for its development.
- Partner Selection: The private industrial partner will be selected through a quality-based process. The SPV will receive a 5% service fee from the revenue generated by land allocation development charges in the second zone.
- Technical Facilities: The park will feature a robotics testing and certification center, rapid prototyping, GPU-based AI computing, motion-capture systems, and data laboratories.
- Implementation Period: Commercial operations in the first zone are targeted to begin within 36 months of SPV registration, extendable to 48 months if required.
- Employment and Economic Contribution: Upon full development, it is estimated to create over 100,000 direct and indirect jobs and contribute approximately Rs. 2,000 crore annually in Gross Value Added (GVA) to Uttar Pradesh's economy.
