Kanpur selected for solar city development under UP Budget 2026

Under the UP Budget 2026, Kanpur Nagar has been selected as one of 17 municipal corporations to be developed as solar cities aimed at promoting energy self-sufficiency.

Infrastructure development funds totalling Rs 750 crore have been allocated for cities including Kanpur under various development authorities.

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Kanpur continues to be part of the Smart City Mission, under which ongoing urban improvement projects will continue.

The budget also earmarked Rs 50 crore for setting up EV charging stations, with potential locations expected within the city.

In addition, Rs 714 crore has been allocated to upgrade polytechnic institutions into centres of excellence and establish new skill development and job placement centres.

For industrial growth, Rs 10,000 crore has been set aside to support MSMEs, with suggestions raised regarding conversion of leased UPCIDA land into freehold to attract more investment.