Lucknow, Aug. 27 -- The Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) 2023-24 data highlights Uttar Pradesh's industrial transformation under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, with the state ranking among the top five for both employment and factory units, marking a decisive shift from its old "BIMARU" image to a new industrial leader in India.
According to the ASI report, the sector recorded a 5.92% increase in employment in 2023-24. In the past decade (2014-15 to 2023-24), the industrial sector has created more than 5.7 million jobs.
In terms of employment, Uttar Pradesh has joined Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka in the top 5 states. Nationally, Uttar Pradesh's share in employment has stood at 8%. The rapid pace of industrial growth o...