The policy aims to create millions of high-quality jobs, expand innovation ecosystems beyond metropolitan areas, and strengthen India’s position as a global destination for knowledge and digital services. "To sustain leadership and deepen our integration into global value chains, states must adopt clear, competitive, and innovation-oriented policies. This model policy provides a ready framework to guide states, accelerate GCC growth beyond the metros, and generate high-quality employment," he said. Banerjee said the model policy is designed to make GCC growth geographically inclusive. “States that act early and decisively will benefit from high-quality employment, stronger innovation ecosystems, and deeper integration into global value chains,” Banerjee stated.