City Expansion
YEIDA Transforms Tappal-Bajna into Mixed-Use City: From Industrial Node to Complete Urban Ecosystem Across 8,000 Hectares
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has announced plans to develop a new city across roughly 8,000 hectares between the proposed Noida airport and the Tappal–Bajna urban node, marking a major expansion of the authority's earlier industrial-only vision. Alongside industrial development, the plan is to develop residential sectors, schools, colleges, a university, large hospitals, hotels, malls and shopping complexes.
| Project Size | Approximately 8,000 hectares between Noida airport and Tappal-Bajna |
|---|---|
| Development Authority | Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), Uttar Pradesh |
| Tender Deadline | Agencies can submit bids until August 5, with technical bids to be opened on August 7 |
| Feasibility Report Timeline | Selected consultant will have six months to prepare the feasibility report, followed by four months to finalise the master plan |
| Core Amenities | Residential sectors, schools, colleges, a university, large hospitals, hotels, malls and shopping complexes |
| Corridor Components | Manufacturing units, logistics parks, warehouses, MSMEs, commercial spaces and worker housing |
| Integrated Logistics Hub | 364-acre Tappal-Bajna manufacturing and logistics hub for storage and distribution of cement, steel, grains and automobiles |
| Phase Alignment | The proposed corridor is intended to bridge YEIDA Phase-I and Phase-II, creating a seamless industrial and urban development zone |
| Status (as of 22 July 2026) | Tender floated for consultant selection; announced—not yet under land acquisition or construction |
What Changed: From Industrial Node to Complete City
The plan has evolved from an industrial node into a complete ecosystem, according to the Yamuna authority. Previously, the Tappal-Bajna Urban Centre was envisaged primarily for logistics and warehousing activities. The area was not originally included in the Master Plan 2041, but its strategic location near the international airport has significantly increased its development potential.
This announcement represents a fundamental shift in urban strategy for the corridor, transforming the 8,000-hectare area into a self-contained city rather than a single-purpose industrial zone.
What Was Announced: 10-Month Planning Roadmap
YEIDA has floated a tender to appoint an expert agency to prepare the techno‑economic feasibility report and the city master plan. The process follows a clearly defined timeline:
Phase 1: Consultant Selection
Agencies can submit bids until August 5, with technical bids to be opened on August 7. The selected consultant will have six months to prepare the feasibility report, followed by four months to finalise the master plan, according to the authority.
This 10-month window encompasses both the feasibility study (identifying development potential, market demand, and infrastructure needs) and the comprehensive master plan through 2041.
Strategic Significance: Linking Airport to Phase II
The project connects the Noida International Airport at Jewar with the Tappal-Bajna Urban Centre along the Yamuna Expressway. The first phase of the Noida International Airport (NIA) at Jewar was inaugurated on March 28, 2026, and inaugurated for the first commercial flight on June 15, 2026.
The proposed corridor is intended to bridge YEIDA Phase-I and Phase-II, creating a seamless industrial and urban development zone. After empanelling a leading consultancy firm and developing the master plan, YEIDA will undertake land acquisition, infrastructure development, and plotting in phases between 2027 and 2032.
Mixed-Use Land Composition
The development spans industrial and residential components across distinct zones:
- Manufacturing units, logistics parks, warehouses, MSMEs, commercial spaces and worker housing
- Residential sectors, schools, colleges, a university, large hospitals, hotels, malls and shopping complexes
- A dedicated 364-acre Tappal-Bajna manufacturing and logistics hub for storage and distribution of cement, steel, grains and automobiles
No formal land-use percentage split has been disclosed in planning documents as of July 22, 2026.
Land Acquisition Status
Land acquisition remains in early-stage planning. A letter was sent to the Aligarh administration, requesting the initiation of a social impact assessment (SIA) for more than 1,600 hectares of land earmarked for a logistics park and industrial development in the Tappal-Bajna Urban Centre. The SIA will evaluate the potential social effects on a community when land is acquired for development, identify mitigation strategies and ensure fair compensation for affected farmers.
Physical land acquisition will follow completion of the master plan and begins in 2027.
Development phases
Frequently asked questions
How does this 8,000-hectare corridor differ from the earlier Tappal-Bajna logistics park plan?
The plan has evolved from an industrial node into a complete ecosystem. Alongside industrial development, the plan is to develop residential sectors, schools, colleges, a university, large hospitals, hotels, malls and shopping complexes. The earlier vision focused on logistics and manufacturing; this announcement expands it to a self-contained city.
When will physical development and construction begin?
After empanelling a leading consultancy firm and developing the master plan, YEIDA will undertake land acquisition, infrastructure development, and plotting in phases between 2027 and 2032. Land acquisition will commence only after the master plan is approved, expected around mid-2027.
How much land will be acquired, and from where?
A social impact assessment (SIA) was requested for more than 1,600 hectares of land earmarked for a logistics park and industrial development in the Tappal-Bajna Urban Centre. Tappal is located in Aligarh district, with Bajna in Mathura district, both in western Uttar Pradesh.
What is the significance of the Noida airport's operational status?
The first phase of the Noida International Airport (NIA) at Jewar was inaugurated on March 28, 2026, and inaugurated for the first commercial flight on June 15, 2026. The now-operational airport serves as the anchor infrastructure, making the corridor strategically viable for immediate industrial and commercial investment.
Who can bid for the consultant contract to prepare the master plan?
YEIDA has floated a tender to appoint an expert agency to prepare the techno-economic feasibility report and the city master plan. Agencies can submit bids until August 5, with technical bids to be opened on August 7. The tender is open to reputed consultancy and engineering firms.
Will farmers be compensated if land is acquired?
The SIA will identify mitigation strategies and ensure fair compensation for affected farmers. Land acquisition will follow the national Land Acquisition Act and YEIDA's prescribed policies, including direct purchase and land-pooling options.
Sources
- Homebuyers take note! New Yamuna city's 10 month roadmap could transform the Yamuna corridor
- YEIDA Approves 8,000-Hectare Industrial Corridor Linking Jewar Airport to Tappal-Bajna Hub
- YEIDA Plans New Industrial Corridor Between Noida Airport and Tappal-Bajna
- YEIDA Noida Airport Industrial Corridor: MSME Opportunities
- Noida: YEIDA to Acquire 5,000 hectare for Multiple Projects
- YEIDA Marks 25-Year Milestone with Master Plan 2041, Jewar Airport Launch, and New Industrial Hubs