Himachal Pradesh Bulk Drug Park: Himachal Pradesh is speeding up work on its Bulk Drug Park in Haroli, Una district. The project is expected to bring major investment to the state and create jobs for thousands of young people. It could also help India reduce its dependence on China for important materials used to make medicines.
On Saturday, November 14, Industries Department Principal Secretary M. Sudha Devi visited the site and reviewed the progress with officials in Una. Several departments are working together on the project, including Industries, Jal Shakti, Public Works, Forest, HPSEB and Himachal Pradesh State Industrial Development Corporation.
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Land Work, Power Supply and Employment
During the inspection, Sudha Devi reviewed the land levelling work for the first phase, which covers 800 acres. Around 200 acres have been levelled so far, while work on the remaining 600 acres is still pending. She directed officials to finish the work by January 15, 2027, and asked the contractor to use more machines and workers to speed it up.
The project also needs a regular power supply. The Himachal Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited (HPPTCL) has been asked to prepare a clear plan for transmission lines and other power facilities. The survey tender is expected to open on November 28, while the target for completing the transmission work is March 2027. HPSEB has also been asked to speed up work on two substations inside the park.
The Forest Department will complete the counting of trees so that land work can continue without delays. Meanwhile, the Jal Shakti Department has reported that more than 80% of the water distribution infrastructure is ready. A tender has also been issued for the internal water supply network.
The project is worth around Rs 1,923 crore and is expected to provide direct employment to 15,000-20,000 people. Industrial investment could reach Rs 8,000-10,000 crore.
How the Park Could Reduce India’s Dependence on China
The Bulk Drug Park is being developed across around 1,405 acres in Haroli. The Centre approved the project in 2022 and sanctioned a grant of Rs 1,000 crore. Around 600 acres will be used for industries making Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and drug intermediates. A total of 110 industrial plots have been planned for these units.
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APIs are the main ingredients used to make medicines. India currently imports a large amount of these materials from China. According to government data, China supplied around 73.7% of India’s imports of APIs, bulk drugs and drug intermediates in 2024-25. Their total import value was around $4.35 billion.
The park aims to increase domestic production and reduce the need to buy these materials from other countries. It will also provide common facilities such as waste treatment, water supply, steam generation and power infrastructure.
