Gurugram’s Tech Ascent: Haryana’s New GCC Policy

Gurugram, the commercial capital of North India, is experiencing a strategic turning point. It is shifting from a team of head offices to a universal innovation centre. Haryana is increasing its pace with its new GCC Policy, which may establish the state (Gurugram) as the best location to find Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in the next 10 years.

The magnitude is massive: it is assumed that by 2030 the GCC in India will have a value of over one hundred and thirty-five billion dollars and provide over a million and a half highly qualified experts. The Haryana GCC policy is a strategic step to secure a huge portion of this premium growth. It is moving away from cost arbitrage towards intellectual property development and next-generation research & development, ensuring the economic prosperity of Gurugram in the long term.

The Cores of Change: The Shift in Value Creation

The new GCC policy has altered the way in which the government considers GCCs. These have in the past been perceived as back-office departments offering IT and support but are now redefined as strategic innovation partners, which are indispensable to the multinationals’ operations across the globe.

The Haryana GCC Policy is anchored on these non-negotiable pillars that strive to establish a future-ready ecosystem:

I. Investment Attracting Incentives.

The policy has a variety of fiscal and non-fiscal incentives that can reduce the cost of operation and the risk associated with new investments. They are particularly desirable in companies that establish high-value engineering, design, and product development centers. Key provisions include:

Financial Support: Directly enhancing the capital efficiency of establishing large GCCs are financial incentives in terms of targeted reimbursements of lease/rent and stamp duty on land purchases and potential exemptions on electricity duty in designated development blocks.

Regulatory Streamlining: The greatest non-fiscal advantage is ensured time-bound approvals through a one-window clearance system. This facilitated procedure has a major concern that international investors are sensitive to, setting an administrative predictability.

II. Talent-Ready Workforce Construction.

As talent is the blood of GCCs, the policy aims at the creation of a specialised workforce in coming technologies by means of state-supported programs:

Centres of Excellence (CoEs): The framework is a strong advocate of establishing specialised CoEs in new areas of expertise, like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Cybersecurity. This is already coming into reality with special AI centres being constructed in Gurugram.

Industry-Academia Fit: The plan demands co-curricular forums and acknowledges micro-credentials that conform to industry standards so that university graduates can immediately leap into high-skilled technical functions.

The Benefit of Gurugram

The Haryana GCC Policy is a stroke of genius which consolidates with the current strengths of Gurugram and enhances the development of major infrastructure projects. It is not self-orientated; it is connected to the economy at large in the state.

Metric	Pre-Policy Status (Focus)	New GCC Policy (Vision)	Economic Advantage
Operational Philosophy	Cost-Saving/IT Back Office	Innovation Hub/R&D Centre	Higher Value-Add to GDP
Regulatory Process	Multi-Window/ Time-Consuming	Single-Window/ Time-Bound	Enhanced Investor Confidence
Infrastructure Focus	Standard Commercial Spaces	Smart Cities/Green Buildings	Attract ESG-Conscious MNCs
Talent Strategy	General B.Tech Pool	Specialized CoEs (AI, IoT, Deep Tech)	Future-Proofed Workforce

There is a particularly effective synergy between policy and infrastructure. The massive development of the Global City along the Dwarka Expressway will provide more than 150,000 direct employment opportunities and ready-to-occupy smart and sustainable commercial estates. Such alignment makes it possible that a global entity chooses the Gurugram IT hub; according to the new policy, it will obtain the best incentives and unparalleled and scalable infrastructure.

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The Future-led Perspective

The final success of the Haryana GCC Policy will depend on its capacity to provide a predictable and profitable environment to all the stakeholders. The future appears to be strategically bright on all fronts.

In The Case of the MNC Leader

The policy provides security of the investment narrative. By demystifying labour regulations of the IT/ITeS sector, as well as providing a stable regulatory environment, it minimises the operational risk drastically. The state essentially lays out the roadmap of long-term growth of Global Capability Centers in India in a comprehensive way, and Gurugram is the rational decision in comparison to rival global and national hubs.

In the Case of the Tech Professiona

This model directly causes the generation of jobs in very specialised and rewarding areas. It promotes high growth of high-paying positions due to its focus on R&D, AI, and niche engineering that drives the development of the products globally. This makes the career choices of the best engineering brains of India very solid here.

In the Case of the Economy

The policy changes GCCs to a transformative, rather than a transactional, contributor in India. Analysis of research and Intelligent Property creation enhances the Gross Value Added per staff. Specialised incentives to establish centers in non-Gurugram blocks also promote balanced regional development of Haryana so as to diversify the economic benefits of the IT sector.

The new Haryana GCC Policy is not a cosmetic update of the policy; it is an aspiration. It institutionalises Gurugram as the new epicentre of high-value technology and innovation in India. To global businesses who are interested in a new seat of excellence, the message is now evident: the ecosystem, talent, and government support.

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frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What is a Global Capability Centre (GCC)?

A GCC is an offshore facility of a multinational company that undertakes niche roles such as research and development, information technology service and strategic management.

What is the Stand-Up India scheme?

It is a government program that gives the women entrepreneurs up to 1 crore in bank loans to fund greenfield projects.

What are the challenges associated with women in tech?

Personal responsibilities and unconscious bias are the factors that lead to their mid-career attrition and slow them down in their careers.

What is the effect of women leaders in the innovation process?

They introduce new ideas, understanding, and team-oriented leadership that speeds up the advancement of such areas as AI and cybersecurity.

What does the future of women in the leadership of the GCC hold?

By 2030, women are expected to take up 25-30 per cent of GCC leadership positions, which will be paramount to the growth of the Indian market.

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Aditi

Aditi, with a strong background in forensic science and biotechnology, brings an innovative scientific perspective to her work. Her expertise spans research, analytics, and strategic advisory in consulting and GCC environments. She has published numerous research papers and articles. A versatile writer in both technical and creative domains, Aditi excels at translating complex subjects into compelling insights. Which she aligns seamlessly with consulting, advisory domain, and GCC operations. Her ability to bridge science, business, and storytelling positions her as a strategic thinker who can drive data-informed decision-making.