Haryana Aims to Become Global Electronics and IT Hub, Attracts Strong Investor Interest

New Delhi, April 23, 2026: Haryana is moving ahead with an ambitious plan to position itself as a global centre for electronics, information technology, and creative digital industries, with the state government working on a new industrial policy designed to attract large scale investment and generate employment.

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini held a detailed interaction with industry leaders in New Delhi regarding the upcoming policy framework. He said sectors such as Electronics System Design and Manufacturing, IT services, animation, visual effects, gaming, comics and related technologies are becoming key drivers of economic growth and Haryana is well placed to benefit from this expansion due to its infrastructure and connectivity.

The Chief Minister stated that the new policy will make the state a preferred investment destination by offering incentives such as capital support, tax benefits, skill development programmes and simplified business regulations. He added that the focus will be on creating an environment that supports both domestic and global companies.

Industry representatives suggested strengthening research and development, creating innovation centres and supporting startups to help companies scale globally. They also highlighted the need for export facilitation mechanisms and stronger skill development pipelines aligned with industry requirements.

Microsoft representatives also discussed plans to promote artificial intelligence based learning in schools and technical institutions. The initiative aims to train students in emerging technologies such as machine learning and data analytics to improve future employability.

The state government is also preparing a dedicated policy for the AVGC XR sector to promote animation, gaming and digital content creation. Experts in the meeting suggested expanding esports infrastructure and developing incubation centres to support innovation and talent growth in the sector.

In addition, discussions were held on developing a destination wedding hub in Pinjore, which is expected to boost tourism and local economic activity. Proposals from pharmaceutical, medical devices and e waste industries were also reviewed during the meeting.

Officials said the initiative reflects Haryana’s broader strategy to strengthen its industrial base and position itself as a competitive global investment destination.