Statutory body established by the Government of Bihar
Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority|
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Formed | 1974 |
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Headquarters | 1st Floor, Udyog Bhawan, East Gandhi Maidan, Patna – 800 004. |
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Parent department | Department of Industries, Government of Bihar |
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Website | biada1.bihar.gov.in/Default.aspx |
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The Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority (BIADA) is a statutory body established by the Government of Bihar under the Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority Act, 1974. It is responsible for the development, management, and promotion of industrial zones across the state. BIADA functions as the nodal agency for allotting industrial land, developing infrastructure, and facilitating investment in Bihar's industrial clusters.[1]
History
BIADA was created in 1974 through a state legislative act with the objective of promoting industrialization in Bihar. The authority was vested with corporate powers, including land acquisition, infrastructure development, and the ability to enter into contracts, to enable the state to attract investment and accelerate economic growth.[2]
Objectives and functions
The core mandate of BIADA includes:
- Identification and development of industrial sites.
- Creation of basic infrastructure such as roads, power, and water supply.
- Allotment of land and sheds to entrepreneurs and companies.
- Preparation of perspective plans for industrial expansion.
- Organizing workshops, roadshows, and providing facilitation services for investors.[3]
Industrial coverage
As of 2025, BIADA administers 75 industrial zones across nine major clusters: Patna, Begusarai, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Motipur Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, Purnea, Saharsa, Darbhanga, Gaya, and Bihta.[4]
BIADA also maintains a "Land and Shed Bank", which details available plots and ready-made sheds for entrepreneurs across these clusters.
Acts & Policies
For a full list and downloadable documents, see the BIADA Acts & Policies page.
SL. No.
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Description
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Year
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1 |
BIADA Act, 1974 |
1974
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2 |
BIADA Act, 1974 with all amendments |
1974
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3 |
BIADA Rules |
1981
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4 |
Merger of Authorities into BIADA and re-organization |
2003
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5 |
BIADA Regulation |
2007
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6 |
Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Act |
2016
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7 |
Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Rules |
2016
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8 |
The (Bihar State) Aid to Industries Act |
1956
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9 |
Exit Policy |
2018
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10 |
Leave & License Policy |
2018
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11 |
Implementation of Land Allotment Policy |
2014
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12 |
Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy |
2016
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13 |
Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy (High Priority Sectors) |
2016
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14 |
Amendment in Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy, 2016 |
2020
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15 |
Allotment Surrender Facilitation Policy |
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Key projects and initiatives
- Mega Food Park, Motipur - Muzaffarpur
BIADA is facilitating the development of the Mega Food Park at Motipur, Muzaffarpur, spread over 78 acres (with a possible expansion to 134 acres). The project involves an investment of approximately ₹400 crore and is expected to host around 30 food processing units, generating nearly 5,000 jobs. It will focus on the processing of regional produce such as Shahi litchi, mango, and banana.[5][6]
- Integrated Manufacturing Cluster, Gaya
Through its special purpose vehicle Bihar Integrated Manufacturing City Gaya Limited (BIMCGL), BIADA is developing an Integrated Manufacturing Cluster (IMC) at Gaya under the Amritsar–Kolkata Industrial Corridor (AKIC).
- Spread over 1,670 acres, the project has received environmental clearance.
- A master plan has been approved and infrastructure tenders are being issued.[7][8]
Investment incentives
Under the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Package 2025, BIADA offers:
- Free land allotment (subject to conditions).
- Subsidies on EPF, ESI, and GST.
- Regulatory and administrative facilitation for investors.[9]
Expansion of Industrial Areas
In September 2025, the Bihar Cabinet approved an investment plan of ₹4,673.45 crore to expand industrial areas across 26 districts, covering 10,582.35 acres.
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District |
Area (acres) |
Investment (₹ crore)
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Vaishali |
1,243.45 |
1,001.92
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Begusarai |
991.00 |
351.59
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Madhubani |
712.94 |
236.25
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Muzaffarpur |
700.00 |
297.00
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Madhepura |
548.87 |
41.26
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Nalanda |
524.95 |
264.65
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Sitamarhi |
504.52 |
298.77
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Patna |
500.00 |
219.34
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Supaul |
498.06 |
151.74
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Rohtas |
492.85 |
154.07
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Aurangabad |
441.79 |
284.28
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Saharsa |
420.63 |
88.01
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Darbhanga |
385.45 |
376.07
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Purnea |
279.65 |
66.91
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Sheohar |
270.01 |
105.27
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Katihar |
252.30 |
39.00
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Sheikhpura |
250.06 |
42.16
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Bhojpur |
249.48 |
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Patna (II) |
242.00 |
408.81
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Banka |
200.00 |
Free transfer
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Siwan |
167.35 |
113.92
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Nawada |
139.48 |
31.24
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Bhagalpur |
96.89 |
Free transfer
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Arwal |
85.95 |
Free transfer
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Nawada (II) |
81.35 |
Free transfer
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Saran |
70.05 |
Free transfer
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Arwal (II) |
61.24 |
37.57
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Rohtas (II) |
60.05 |
Free transfer
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Munger |
50.00 |
Free transfer
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West Champaran |
29.30 |
Free transfer
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In August 2025, the Bihar state cabinet under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar approved the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Package 2025 (BIPPP-2025) to spur industrial investment and create substantial employment in the state.
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Provisions
Category |
Provision |
Details
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Industrial land incentives |
Investment of ₹100 crore + 1,000 jobs |
Up to 10 acres of free land
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Investment of ₹1,000 crore or more |
Up to 25 acres of free land
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Fortune 500 companies |
Up to 10 acres free (token fee of ₹1)
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Financial incentives (choose one) |
Interest subvention |
Up to ₹40 crore + 100% SGST exemption
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SGST reimbursement |
14-year reimbursement up to 300% of project cost + 20–30% capital subsidy
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Capital subsidy |
Up to 30% of the approved project cost
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Additional incentives |
Export promotion |
₹40 lakh per year for 14 years
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Employment/skill support |
₹5,000 per worker/month with 300% EPF/ESI support, or ₹2,000 per worker/month with 100% EPF/ESI; skill development aid ₹20,000 per worker
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Environmental protection |
25% reimbursement (up to ₹1 crore) for pollution control infrastructure
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Renewable energy usage |
20% subsidy up to ₹6 lakh
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Other assistance |
Stamp duty and land conversion fee waivers; support for patents, certifications, and private industrial parks
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See also
References