Gujarat has secured investment proposals exceeding Rs 3.34 lakh crore by signing 3,759 memoranda of understanding at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference. These projects are anticipated to create over 1.97 lakh job opportunities in the state. The conference in Vadodara, attended by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, marked the conclusion of the Central Gujarat edition.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel highlighted that the investment commitments signify the industry’s growing confidence in Gujarat and will aid in fostering balanced regional development. He emphasized that the conference has effectively translated Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of inclusive development into actionable steps. Patel credited the policy environment established under the Prime Minister’s “Reform, Perform and Transform” approach for enhancing industry and the economy, making Gujarat an appealing investment hub.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised Gujarat’s industrial ecosystem, entrepreneurial spirit, and skilled workforce for turning challenges into opportunities. He noted the state’s potential to contribute significantly to India’s industrial growth, leveraging its manufacturing base, technological prowess, ports, maritime infrastructure, and emerging sectors. The event also saw Additional Chief Secretary for Industries, Mamta Verma, presenting a comprehensive report on the conference’s planning, execution, and outcomes.
