• YUSUF MUNSHI

The paper titled "Rise of Indore as a Commercial Hub through the lens of Pithampur Industrial Region" explores the transformation of Indore into a thriving economic center within the context of the Pithampur Industrial Region. Focusing on the city's economic growth, the study examines how the industrial region's establishment in 1983 acted as a catalyst for Indore's ascent as a commercial capital in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. Through an analysis of Gross District Domestic Product, Per Capita Income, and other economic indicators, the research showcases the substantial contributions of Indore to the state's economy, spotlighting its pivotal role in shifting Madhya Pradesh's economic landscape. The paper underscores the symbiotic relationship between Indore's rise and the emergence of the Pithampur Industrial Region, shedding light on the city's evolution from a modest urban center to a robust commercial hub, driven by industries such as automobiles and pharmaceuticals. In conclusion, the study highlights the enduring economic importance of Indore and its alignment with the economic activities of the region.

New Economic Geography, Industrial Geography, Pithampur Industrial Region, Economic Growth, Commercial Hub, Industrialization, Urbanization.

"Rise of Indore as a Commercial Hub through the Lens of Pithampur Industrial Region ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 8, page no.e288-e297, August-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2308435.pdf

"Rise of Indore as a Commercial Hub through the Lens of Pithampur Industrial Region ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 8, page no. ppe288-e297, August-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2308435.pdf