UP Bioplastic Industry Policy, 2024
At a Glance
| Nodal Department / Agency | Infrastructure & Industrial Development Dept. |
|---|---|
| Primary Target | PLA / compostable bioplastic manufacturing, anchor units |
| Policy Group | Agriculture, food & allied |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective?
To build a domestic bioplastics manufacturing value chain in the state, anchored by a large PLA (polylactic acid) unit.
What is the anchor unit concept?
The policy offers enhanced incentives to attract a large anchor PLA manufacturing unit (of the order of ₹1,000 crore), on the expectation that downstream converters and compounders will follow.
Who else is eligible?
Compostable and biodegradable plastic manufacturers, compounders, converters and downstream product units.
What incentives are offered?
Capital subsidy, SGST reimbursement, stamp duty and electricity duty relief, and land support — with a package weighted toward the anchor investment.
Why does UP want this?
Feedstock availability (sugar and starch), a large domestic market, and alignment with single-use plastic restrictions.
How does it interact with IIEPP 2022?
It is a carve-out — bioplastic projects opt into this policy instead of the general IIEPP grid.
Who administers it?
Infrastructure & Industrial Development Department / Invest UP.
What should a district officer flag?
Feedstock tie-up (sugar mill linkage) and effluent management are the two diligence items that decide project viability.