June 29: The Gujarat government has announced plans to develop Chhota Udepur as a sports equipment manufacturing hub and Vadodara as a centre for the Blue Economy, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said.
The initiative aims to promote balanced regional development while strengthening the state’s industrial ecosystem through sector-specific growth clusters and targeted infrastructure development.
Chhota Udepur will be developed to support sports goods manufacturing, with a focus on boosting MSMEs, skill development, and employment generation. Officials said the move is expected to strengthen local entrepreneurship and integrate the district into broader manufacturing value chains.
Vadodara will be positioned as a hub for the Blue Economy, focusing on water-based resources, sustainable industries, and allied sectors. The plan aims to attract investment and encourage environmentally sustainable economic activity.
The government said these initiatives are part of its broader strategy to promote specialised industrial zones, attract investments, and generate employment opportunities across regions.
Experts noted that such focused development models can enhance regional competitiveness while supporting industrial diversification and long-term sustainable growth in Gujarat.