UP Leather & Footwear Policy, 2025
At a Glance
| Nodal Department / Agency | Infrastructure & Industrial Development / MSME Dept. |
|---|---|
| Primary Target | Leather and non-leather footwear, tanneries, leather goods, footwear parks (Agra–Kanpur–Unnao belt) |
| Policy Group | Textiles, leather & traditional industry |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective?
To make UP a leading manufacturing hub for leather and non-leather footwear through cluster-based development and private industrial parks.
Why now?
Uttar Pradesh accounts for about 46% of India's total leather exports. Agra is the footwear capital and Kanpur a global hub for safety footwear and leather goods.
Which cities are the focus?
Kanpur has the central role in the regional strategy, with Agra, Unnao, Lucknow and Bareilly as the surrounding cluster.
What do park developers get?
Capital subsidy of up to ₹45 crore for parks of 25–100 acres and up to ₹80 crore for parks above 100 acres, plus 100% stamp duty exemption.
What are the conditions on parks?
All parks must be developed within 5 years, and at least 25% of the land must be reserved for green and open areas.
What is the minimum investment per entity?
Each entity — plant, cluster or park — must make a minimum investment of roughly ₹150–200 crore, with one unit expected to generate 1,000 to 3,000 jobs.
What does an export-oriented unit get?
Additional support through reimbursement schemes, freight subsidies, and development of warehousing facilities near ports.
What about skilling?
Special Footwear Training Institutes are to be established in major industrial areas, in collaboration with leading design and technology institutes.
Does it cover non-leather footwear?
Yes — explicitly, both leather and non-leather footwear are covered.
What is the employment ambition?
The policy is positioned around a large-scale job creation target for the sector.