This analysis identifies suitable industrial zones in Aligarh using GIS and multi-criteria evaluation, supporting sustainable planning.
This paper presents a comprehensive GIS based Multi-Criteria Evaluation (MCE) framework for prospective regions suitable for industrial development in District Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh), India. The research concerns the increasing pressure of industrial expansion on land resources and seeks to integrate technological tools for strategic planning. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) are combined to provide effective site selection model. Six critical factors influencing industrial site suitability — land cover, railway accessibility, road accessibility, proximity to built-up areas, distance from water bodies, and soil typology — were assessed through expert surveys and analyzed using AHP to determine their relative weight. The resulting spatial layers were processed through weighted overlay analysis in GIS to produce a comprehensive suitability map. The analysis identifies highly suitable zones primarily along major transportation corridors such as Delhi Road, Khair Road, and Agra Road. This integrated methodology aids policymakers and urban planners in promoting sustainable industrial development while minimizing ecological and social disruption.
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