In the Kashmir Valley, according to official sources, the frontier district of Kupwara, with the LoC touching the vast area of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), has the highest number of industrial zones at 27. Those areas that once resonated with gun battles, cross-border firing and infiltration are all set to see industrial growth in the coming years. Among the 27 industrial zones included are Keran, Machil, Tangdar, Teethwal and Trehgam in Kupwara and Uri in Baramulla. J&K introduced the Industrial Land Allotment Policy (2021-30) on January 22, 2021 “to create land banks in all zones identified for industrial activity”. In the Valley, the major thrust is on Anantnag district with 16 industrial zones, Bandipora with 12 zones and Baramulla with 26 zones.

Source: The Hindu May 26, 2021 12:27 UTC