To What Extent Did the Telangana Industrial Policy Contribute to Industrialization in Karimnagar District

Rudra Dhanpal

Abstract: This study examines the impact of the Telangana Industrial Policy 2014 on the industrialization of the Karimnagar district. The policy aimed to boost investments, foster industrial growth, and create employment opportunities. By providing incentives through the TS-IPASS system, the policy significantly increased the number of industries, improved infrastructure, and enhanced economic efficiency. The study highlights the positive effects on employment, income levels, and standards of living while also acknowledging the environmental challenges and social displacement caused by rapid industrialization. Overall, the policy has contributed to substantial economic development in Karimnagar, transforming it from an agriculturally reliant district to an emerging industrial hub.

Keywords: Telangana Industrial Policy, Karimnagar, industrialization, economic development, TS-IPASS