In a historic move to foster industrial growth and bring informal manufacturing units into the mainstream, the Haryana Government has launched a dedicated online portal to regularise factories operating outside designated industrial zones. The initiative aims to provide legal status to thousands of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that have flourished in non-conforming areas over several decades.
The Vision: Legal Identity and Infrastructure Support The launch of this portal addresses a long-standing demand from industrial associations across districts like Faridabad, Gurugram, Sonipat, and Panipat. Many of these units, while contributing significantly to the state’s GDP, faced constant hurdles regarding licensing, bank credit, and industrial power connections.
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Infrastructure Push: Once regularised, these industrial clusters will be eligible for government funding to upgrade civic amenities, including paved roads, specialized drainage systems, and high-capacity street lighting.
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Simplified Compliance: The portal integrates with the Haryana Enterprise Promotion Board (HEPB), offering a single-window clearance for fire safety, building plans, and environmental norms, thereby ending the “Inspector Raj” for small factory owners.
Key Features of the Scheme
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Self-Declaration Basis: The regularisation process is designed to be user-friendly, allowing owners to upload property documents and unit details through a self-declaration module.
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Cluster Approach: The policy focuses on “industrial clusters” where a significant number of units are located in a contiguous area, rather than isolated individual factories.
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MSME Benefits: Successful regularisation will unlock doors for these units to access central and state government subsidies under the MSME category.
Why it Matters for Entrepreneurs “By regularising these zones, we are not just legalizing structures; we are empowering entrepreneurs. They will now have the security to invest in modern machinery and hire more workers without the fear of sudden closure or legal penalties,” stated a senior official from the Industries Department.
The Application Process
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Portal Entry: Applicants must log in through the official state industrial portal.
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Document Upload: Submission of land records, satellite maps showing the unit’s location, and proof of operation (electricity bills/VAT/GST records).
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Fee Payment: Payment of a nominal conversion or development charge based on the area and type of industry.
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Time-Bound Approval: The department has promised a time-bound verification process to ensure certificates are issued within 45 to 60 days.
