Delhi Delhi: Madhya Pradesh set new benchmarks for investment and industrial development by performing remarkably at the Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025. Held in Bhopal and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 24, the summit became a watershed moment in the state’s journey to become a global investment hub. The event broke records under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, with MoUs worth Rs 30.77 lakh crore being signed, reflecting Madhya Pradesh’s growing appeal to national and international investors. The Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation Limited (MPIDC) has also played a key role in shaping the state’s infrastructure and facilitating investment opportunities. The summit witnessed massive turnout, with over 25,000 registrations and over 100 foreign delegates from over 60 countries participating, reflecting global interest in the state’s economic growth. Nine participating countries—Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, Turkey, Poland, Russia, Rwanda and the United Kingdom—attended the summit, further enhancing Madhya Pradesh’s recognition on the world stage.
Their participation showcased the state’s growing reputation as a promising investment destination. Madhya Pradesh’s potential as an industrial powerhouse was evident in the participation of several high-profile industry leaders. Gautam Adani, chairman of the Adani Group; Pawan Goenka, chairman and MD of Garage Industries; Baba Kalyani, chairman and MD of Bharat Forge; and Rahul Awasthi, global head of operations of Sun Pharmaceuticals, were some of the top industrialists who attended the summit. Their participation in GIS 2025 highlighted Madhya Pradesh’s growing importance in attracting investments from major national and international corporations. The summit saw over 70 face-to-face meetings between industry leaders and representatives of top organisations such as the Godrej Group, Piramal, Aditya Birla Group, Torrent Group, Inox, PepsiCo and Tata Group. These meetings were focused on discussing investment proposals and exploring strategies to streamline policies to further boost business growth. The interactions paved the way for fostering valuable business relationships that will play a key role in the industrial development of the state in the coming years. One of the notable innovations at GIS 2025 was the introduction of an AI-based business matchmaking tool. This technology facilitated seamless connections between the right partners, making the process of business collaboration more efficient. With over 600 B2G (business-to-government) meetings and over 5,000 B2B (business-to-business) meetings held during the summit, the AI tool significantly enhanced the matchmaking process and is expected to drive lasting partnerships and investments in Madhya Pradesh. Apart from business-focused interactions, the summit held 10 thematic and sectoral sessions, exploring key areas for investment. These included renewable energy, food and dairy processing, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, textiles, logistics, green hydrogen and cooperatives. The discussions underlined Madhya Pradesh’s commitment to diversifying its industrial base and embracing emerging sectors that will drive its growth in the future. The state’s focus on sustainable and innovative industries was evident during these sessions, a bold step towards establishing Madhya Pradesh as a forward-looking economic hub.
