"Industrial policy, in general, determines the pace and pattern of industrialisation of a country/state." Comment on this, keeping in view the Telangana State Industrial Project Approval and Self-Certification System (TS-IPASS).
In short
Industrial policy sets both the pace and the pattern of industrialisation, and TS-IPASS proves it: its single-window, self-certification system cut project approvals from months to days. It has steered growth towards IT, pharmaceuticals and clusters like Jadcherla, while schemes like T-PRIDE support Dalit entrepreneurs.
Model answer
Ghissu Editorial · Verified 4 Oct 2026 · 252 words
Incentives Fuel Growth
Telangana’s industrial policy and TS-IPASS have supported a 10.7% GSDP growth in 2025-26, outpacing the national average of 8.0%. Fiscal incentives and infrastructure support under TS-IPASS stimulate private sector participation and capital inflows.
Sectoral Prioritisation and Spatial Planning
Telangana promotes IT, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing clusters; the tertiary sector contributes 68.6% to GSVA. TS-IPASS supports eco-friendly industrial parks like Jadcherla, which has international green building certifications, guiding sustainable spatial industrial patterns.
Inclusiveness and Innovation
Schemes such as T-PRIDE for SC and ST entrepreneurs and MSME support promote disadvantaged groups, fostering equitable industrial development. Innovation hubs and venture capital funds under the policy encourage high-tech and knowledge-intensive industrialisation.
Ease of Doing Business
TS-IPASS’s self-certification reduces bureaucratic burden while maintaining oversight through random audits, enhancing industrial investment and employment. This has contributed to the secondary sector GSVA growth of 9.4% and an employment share of 22.2% in industry in Telangana.
Challenges and Way Forward
Robust digital infrastructure and capacity building are essential to prevent misuse and ensure environmental and social safeguards. Strengthening real-time monitoring and AI integration can enhance compliance and sustainability.
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