Ludhiana, Aug. 22 -- Industry and commerce minister Sanjeev Arora on Thursday announced a major infrastructure and policy push to strengthen Punjab's industrial ecosystem, placing Ludhiana at the centre of the growth strategy.

Addressing a press conference, the minister revealed that the Punjab Small Industries and Export Corporation (PSIEC) has earmarked Rs.100 crore for infrastructure upgrades across the state's focal points. Of this, tenders worth Rs.70 crore have already been issued, while the remaining Rs.30 crore is under process.

Highlighting Ludhiana's importance as Punjab's industrial hub, Arora said the municipal corporation will invest Rs.55 crore locally to improve connectivity, upgrade facilities, and support industrial and...