Why in News?
Asia’s first Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) is going to be established in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
Key Points
Gwalior is set to host Asia’s first dedicated Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) for telecom equipment and components.
The project has an estimated investment outlay of ₹5,500 crore .
About 170 acres have been identified for the first phase, with space planned for 24–25 manufacturing units.
A ₹500-crore Common Testing Lab package has also been proposed for the zone.
Exam Connect
Department of Telecommunications (DoT) → under Ministry of Communications
SADA Gwalior → Counter Magnet City → intended to reduce population pressure on Delhi/NCR