Stretching 165 km from Greater Noida to Agra, the Delhi–Yamuna Expressway is more than a highway—it’s a catalyst for transformation. Under the aegis of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), the corridor is evolving with a mix of transport, industrial, residential, and commercial mega-projects, fostering holistic regional development
YEIDA has begun acquiring 5,000 acres across Sectors 4A, 5, 5A, and 11 near the upcoming Jewar Airport—from around 2,000 farmers—for new industrial zones.
This includes a Korean Electronics City (365 ha) in Sector 4A and a Japanese Tech & Semiconductor City (395 ha) in Sector 5A.
Additionally, a 250‑acre Fintech City is planned in Sector 11, alongside residential and civic facilities like an orphanage in Sector 5.
The revised layout for the ₹10,000 Cr Film City on 230 acres in Sector 21 has been green‑lit after securing environmental clearances (15% green cover, fire & structural safety).
Phase 1 spans 80 acres, includes a film institute, and must be completed within 18 months. A groundbreaking is slated before June 30, likely with CM Yogi Adityanath in attendance.
YEIDA is implementing a third‑party audit (with field labs and surprise inspections) for all ongoing and future projects, ensuring adherence to MoRTH and Bureau of Indian Standards.
Applications closed June 9; this aims to boost construction quality on pipelines like airport links, Film City, Toy Park, Semiconductor Park, roads, sewers, etc.
YEIDA plans to issue ₹10,000 Cr infrastructure bonds (BBB+ rated) to finance airport-linked connectivity—such as the 72 km Ghaziabad–Jewar RRTS, a Chola–Rundhi freight link, and other logistics initiatives.
The estimated total for these projects is ₹23,000 Cr, with an interest-free ₹3,000 Cr plus additional sources from UP govt & HUDCO .
The ₹3,706 Cr HCL‑Foxconn chip testing and manufacturing plant in Sector 28 got cabinet approval mid‑May.
This is among ₹12,000 Cr committed FDI projects in the corridor and expected to produce ~22,000 jobs in electronics, medical devices, auto components, etc.
Global Investors: With Japanese & Korean industrial cities secured, along with semiconductor plants, the corridor is becoming a high-tech manufacturing magnet.
Accountability: Quality audits will help avoid construction delays and cost overruns on flagship projects.
Strategic Buildout: Infrastructure bonds show long-term commitment to rail, road, and logistics supporting the airport and corridor.
Land Acquisition: Completion of the 5,000‑acre deals, and subsequent layout plans for the two Asian industrial cities.
Film City: Groundbreaking by June 30, with infrastructure work to begin rapidly.
RRTS & Freight Corridors: Track progress on the Ghaziabad–Jewar RRTS DPR and alignment work linked to the bond issuance.
Audit Results: Early audit findings may forecast improvements in construction standards across the board.