Lucknow, Aug. 1 -- Uttar Pradesh is taking decisive steps to position its footwear, leather, and non-leather manufacturing sector on the global map. Chairing a meeting of the MSME department today, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath showcased the state's strong base skilled artisans, raw materials, and industrial hubs like Agra, Kanpur, and Unnao and called for a practical, results-driven policy to unlock its full potential.
While reviewing the draft of the Uttar Pradesh Footwear, Leather and Non-Leather Sector Development Policy 2025, the Chief Minister instructed the officials to adopt a cluster-based development model as a core strategy.
He emphasized the significance of clearly identifying regions in the state best suited for industr...