Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a role model for investors, defined by trust, transformation and timely delivery, under a strong rule of law. Inaugurating the global investors’ and entrepreneurs’ summit “Uttar Pradesh Pharma Conclave 1.0” at a city hotel in Lucknow, the Chief Minister asserted that the state now guarantees Triple-S—Safety, Stability and Speed, making it one of India’s most reliable and future-ready investment destinations.
Addressing industry leaders from India and abroad, CM Yogi said Uttar Pradesh today is not just a state, but a “guarantee of trust” for investors. “Rule of law is firmly established. No one has the freedom to challenge the law. This is the new Uttar Pradesh—decisive, strong and investor-friendly,” he said, adding that deregulation, improved infrastructure and transparent governance have transformed UP into a preferred hub for pharma manufacturing and innovation.
From disorder to confidence
Recalling the situation before 2017, the Chief Minister said Uttar Pradesh had once become synonymous with insecurity and chaos. Between 2012 and 2017, the state witnessed over 900 riots, frequent curfews and an environment of fear that forced industries, doctors and entrepreneurs to leave. “Businesses had to pay extortion, youth were migrating, and even established industries were compelled to shut down. This pain was shared by every investor and citizen,” he said.
Zero tolerance restored faith
CM Yogi said restoring law and order was the biggest challenge after he took charge. A zero-tolerance policy was adopted, ensuring the law applies equally to all. “Today festivals are peaceful, there are no riots, no extortion and no mafia dominance. Peace, security and stability are the strongest foundations of investment,” he said.
No.1 in deregulation, top achiever in Ease of Doing Business
The Chief Minister highlighted that Uttar Pradesh now ranks number one in deregulation and is a top achiever in Ease of Doing Business. Criminal provisions were removed from 13 state laws under decriminalisation reforms, and MSME investors have been given a 1,000-day inspection-free window. “Our aim is not to intimidate industries, but to facilitate them,” he said.
Rapid industrial growth
CM Yogi noted that the number of operational factories in the state has increased from around 14,000 before 2017 to over 30,000 today. Uttar Pradesh has received investment proposals worth nearly ₹50 lakh crore, with ₹20 lakh crore already grounded, and production underway in several projects. “This shows the double-engine government is working at double speed,” he said.
UP emerging as global pharma hub
The Chief Minister outlined the state’s vision to make Uttar Pradesh a global pharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation hub. A Bulk Drug Pharma Park is being developed in Lalitpur on a hub-and-spoke model with advanced R&D facilities. A Medical Device Park, US-FDA testing lab and world-class logistics hub are coming up in Gautam Buddha Nagar, while a world-class pharma institute is planned in Lucknow. New pharma parks are also proposed in Bareilly and other districts.
Infrastructure powering growth
CM Yogi said Uttar Pradesh has successfully taken the “local to global” journey through the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative. Today, the state accounts for nearly 55% of India’s mobile manufacturing and 60% of electronic components production. With the country’s largest expressway network, extensive rail connectivity, maximum metro services, inland waterways and 16 operational airports—including four international—UP has built unmatched infrastructure strength.
Full government support to investors
Assuring investors of complete support, CM Yogi said Uttar Pradesh offers zero political interference, transparent policies and timely incentive delivery. “Invest, produce and receive incentives on time—this is the UP model,” he said, adding that the state is now revenue surplus and ready to play a leading role in achieving the vision of Developed India.
Major investment commitments
During the conclave, investment agreements exceeding ₹10,000 crore were finalised in the pharma sector. On the occasion, 11 MoUs worth ₹5,525 crore were formally exchanged, covering pharmaceuticals, medical devices and allied sectors. These investments are expected to strengthen pharma infrastructure, boost innovation and generate thousands of jobs.
The event was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, ministers Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’, Rakesh Sachan, Jaswant Saini, Rajya Sabha MP Ayodhya Rami Reddy, NITI Aayog member Dr Vinod Kumar Paul, and top pharma leaders including Dilip Shanghvi, Pankaj Patel, Ramesh Juneja, Satish Reddy and Jinal Mehta, along with senior officials.
The conclave concluded with a strong message that trust is Uttar Pradesh’s greatest strength, and with this foundation, the state is rapidly moving towards becoming a global powerhouse in pharmaceuticals and healthcare innovation.
