Gwalior to Host India's First Telecom Manufacturing Zone

# Gwalior to Host India's First Telecom Manufacturing Zone ### Why in News? Investment commitments for India's first dedicated **Telecom Manufacturing Zone** in Gwalior, **Madhya Pradesh**, reached **₹5,500 crore** after an investors' meet organised by the government. ### What is the Telecom Manufacturing Zone? - The zone is planned as an integrated manufacturing ecosystem covering telecom equipment, **R&D**, testing, optical fibre and semiconductor-related activities. - It is expected to generate more than **18,000 jobs** and attract further investment as the project expands. - Implementation will be overseen through a **Special Purpose Vehicle** involving the **Department of Telecommunications** and the **Madhya Pradesh** government. ### Exam Connect - **Telecom Manufacturing Zone** → Gwalior, **Madhya Pradesh** - **Department of Telecommunications** → **Ministry of Communications**