Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra – AURIC (Shendra-Bidkin Industrial Area), one of India’s first Greenfield Industrial Smart Cities developed under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP), has completed six years of operations. Over this period, it has established itself as a hub of industrial excellence, sustainable growth, and global investments. AURIC Smart City
Six Years of Progress
Since its inception, AURIC has allotted 323 plots across industrial and mixed-use categories, covering 3,029 acres of industrial land and 117 acres of mixed-use land. The city reflects an investment potential of ₹71,343 crore and is expected to generate over 62,000 direct and indirect jobs.
Currently, 78 units are operational, 62 factories are under construction, and 184 units are preparing to commence development.
Investments and Employment
- Shendra Industrial Area: Attracted investments worth ₹6,096 crore and created 14,455 jobs. Notable investors include Hyosung (South Korea), Perkins (UK), Fuji Silvertech (Japan), Oerlikon Bakiers (Liechtenstein), Siemens (Germany), and NLMK (Russia).
- Bidkin Industrial Area: Emerging as a regional growth engine, Bidkin has secured investments of ₹76,219 crore from companies such as Ather Energy, Lubrizol, Toyota Kirloskar, and JSW Green Mobility, with a job creation potential of over 35,000.
Empowering MSMEs and Entrepreneurs
AURIC has allocated plots to 184 MSMEs across both industrial areas and has placed a strong focus on supporting women entrepreneurs. Innovators like Vaishali Ajeet Deshpande (Anukul Power Engineers Pvt. Ltd.), Dr. Hershali Sandeep Deshmukh (Turbonova Polymer Pvt. Ltd.), and Payal Naikwad (Rayon Illuminations and Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd.) represent the city’s drive toward inclusive industrial development.
Additionally, a 20,000 sq. ft. Skill Development Centre is planned in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to connect talent with industry demands.
To further support MSMEs, office rents have been halved from ₹50 to ₹25 per sq. ft. effective April 2025.
Smart Infrastructure and Connectivity
AURIC offers plug-and-play facilities, e-governance, single-window approvals, advanced sewage and effluent treatment, and uninterrupted power supply through underground networks. Built on a cluster-based model, it caters to sectors including automobiles, EVs, textiles, electronics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, IT/ITeS, and food processing.
The city benefits from multi-modal connectivity, including the Samruddhi Mahamarg, proposed Sambhajinagar–Pune Greenfield Expressway, Jalna Dry Port, proximity to Aurangabad Airport, and strong rail links. Its integration into the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) further enhances its role as a national and global manufacturing hub.
A Vision for the Future
Speaking on the milestone, Rajat Kumar Saini, CEO & MD of NICDC, noted that AURIC embodies the vision of creating “future-ready hubs of manufacturing, sustainability, and inclusive growth.”
Since its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 7, 2019, AURIC has become a model for industrial townships, aligning with Maharashtra’s $1 trillion economy vision for 2030 and India’s larger goal of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.
With robust infrastructure, marquee investors, and a commitment to inclusive growth, AURIC continues to shape the industrial and economic transformation of the Marathwada region.
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