A public sector undertaking (PSU) is set to invest approximately Rs 1,300 crore to establish a 70 kilo tonnes per annum (KTPA) green ammonia plant at the Hatod industrial area in Dhar district, providing a significant boost to green energy-based industrial development in Madhya Pradesh. The proposed project is expected to become one of the largest investments in the industrial cluster being developed by the Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC).
Strategic Importance for Hatod
Himanshu Prajapati, executive director of MPIDC, stated that the proposed green ammonia project is a significant milestone for Hatod and reflects growing investor confidence in Madhya Pradesh's industrial infrastructure. He emphasized that it will strengthen the region's position in the emerging green energy sector while creating new opportunities for investment, employment, and ancillary industries.
Hatod Industrial Area Overview
The Hatod industrial area, spread across approximately 152 hectares along the Indore-Ahmedabad corridor, is being developed at a cost of around Rs 43 crore. It has already attracted investments in pharmaceuticals, food processing, agro-based industries, and manufacturing. Officials reported that 53 industrial units have so far been allotted land in the area, with proposed investments exceeding Rs 750 crore and the potential to generate employment for nearly 500 people. Established units such as Pioneer Cement and Amrit Papers are already operational, contributing to a growing industrial ecosystem.
Infrastructure Development
To support increasing industrial activity, MPIDC is developing a new water supply pipeline at a cost of Rs 22 crore to ensure uninterrupted water availability for industries. Additionally, more than 150 hectares of additional land have been identified for future expansion of the industrial area. Prajapati noted that interest from investors, particularly from neighboring Gujarat, has been increasing steadily. The nearby Sardarpur ITI is also helping ensure the availability of skilled manpower for upcoming industrial units.
Investment Opportunities
The industrial area currently has over 70 plots available for investors, ranging from 500 sq m to 10,000 sq m. MPIDC expects further investments as infrastructure and utility networks are expanded. The green ammonia project is poised to catalyze additional industrial growth, reinforcing Madhya Pradesh's position as a hub for green energy and sustainable development.
