Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced on Wednesday that Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, is set to establish a Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) with an investment of ₹6,000 to ₹6,500 crore. The initiative is expected to create approximately 18,000 jobs and mark a significant development in the region's manufacturing sector.
Scindia stated, “Gwalior is on the verge of creating history. We are bringing a Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) to Gwalior. By the end of this month, we expect to finalize the date for a grand event that will see 25 to 30 industrial organizations—both domestic and international—returning to Gwalior after decades, or even centuries. This initiative will bring an investment of Rs 6,000–6,500 crore and create 18,000 job opportunities. Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the Department of Telecommunications and the Government of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav accompanied me to Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru…”
The planned event will finalize participation from 25 to 30 domestic and international industrial organizations returning to the city. The project aims to strengthen Gwalior's position as an emerging manufacturing hub.
Addressing urban development, Scindia also praised Gwalior's progress in sanitation and cleanliness. He said, “I am very happy that Gwalior is making progress in terms of cleanliness, though there is still a long way to go—that is my hope and aspiration. I want to congratulate all the citizens as well as the administration for the strides we have made in the field of cleanliness. This is good news for Gwalior, but there is still work to be done… We are making progress and living up to the expectations of the public. This should be a matter of joy for all of us.”
Regarding infrastructure, Scindia highlighted the approval of the Gwalior-Bhind-Etawah four-lane highway project, citing long-standing public demand. He acknowledged the efforts of Bhind's representatives and local saints and seers who advocated for the highway. Scindia expressed gratitude to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari for securing the project's approval, stating, “For a long time, the people of Bhind had been struggling for this; even our saints and seers had taken to the streets. I requested the representatives of Bhind and the saints and seers… I would like to thank Nitin Gadkari from the bottom of my heart for ensuring the approval of the proposal for the Gwalior-Bhind-Etawah four-lane highway.”