The new industrial policy, taking into account the current economic scenario and prospective developments, lays particular emphasis on further strengthening the base of the manufacturing sector besides knowledge based & high tech industries, efficient use of
energy, conservation of resources and pragmatic environmental policies for sustainable development. The scope and potential for investment and value addition in the primary products has been brought out clearly through these policy measures. Development of well planned infrastructure holds the key to overall future economic growth and this continues to be focus of the Government. The State recognises the increased role of Public-Private Partnerships and, accordingly, the policy lays down a well-defined roadmap in this direction. Adoption of Information and Communication Technology brings efficiency and transparency in delivery of services, eliminates procedural delays and minimise the transaction costs. The policy lays down a time-frame for a complete switch-over to IT enabled regime of approvals and clearances. Self-certification and outsourcing of certain services places greater reliance on self-regulation by the key stakeholders.