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Tata Maps Out Multi-Sector Push in Uttar Pradesh, Proposes Lucknow 'AI City'

The conglomerate pitched a roadmap that ties near-term builds to longer-term proposals to boost state capacity.

Overview

  • Chief minister Yogi Adityanath met Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran to review ongoing projects and consider fresh investments across energy, EVs, electronics, defence, tourism, and digital skilling.
  • Tata Power was cited by the state as setting up a new 1,900 MW thermal unit at the Bara plant in Prayagraj and advancing two 50 MW solar projects in Prayagraj and Banda alongside rooftop solar promotion.
  • Chandrasekaran proposed an 'AI City' in Lucknow intended to develop an AI hub, strengthen the startup ecosystem, and create technology jobs.
  • Tata Motors outlined plans to expand electric-vehicle manufacturing in the state, including increased production of electric buses and new EV models.
  • The Group said construction is underway on 30 hotels across major cities, with luxury rooms expected to rise from about 2,000 to 5,000, and it is building new Noida facilities with phase one targeted by December 2026.