Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India]: The Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit 2025 (GIS-2025) begins on Monday, February 24, with the aim of driving economic growth, attracting investments, and creating job opportunities for the youth.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized the significance of the summit for the state’s development, particularly in providing new employment opportunities for young people.
“Today is a very special day for Bhopal. After some time, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Global Investor Summit. It is a special day for all of us, especially for the people of Bhopal and Madhya Pradesh. We are organizing a big investment summit with industrialists from all over the world, new records of development will be created. This will play a very important role, especially for the youth,” CM Yadav stated.
The summit, which will continue until February 25, is expected to bring major investments into the state, improving its economic landscape.
Top Business Leaders and Investors in Attendance
Adani Group Chairperson Gautam Adani is among the prominent industrialists attending GIS-2025.
“There are a lot of possibilities in Madhya Pradesh,” Adani remarked, highlighting the state’s potential for investment.
Union Minister L Murugan praised the summit’s organization, stating:
“Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit. CM Mohan Yadav successfully organized the summit. There is a festive atmosphere in the city. Investors from across the country and the world are participating in the summit. The summit will give a big boost to the development of the state.”
The Madhya Pradesh government has invited entrepreneurs from 60 countries, aiming to attract diverse international investments.
High-Profile Participation from Diplomats and Industry Leaders
The summit will witness the presence of 13 ambassadors, six high commissioners, and several consul generals from key strategic nations, strengthening international business ties.
Among the leading Indian industrialists attending GIS-2025 are:
- Kumar Mangalam Birla (Chairman, Aditya Birla Group)
- Gautam Adani (Chairman, Adani Group)
- Nadir Godrej (Chairman & MD, Godrej Industries Limited)
- Piruz Khambatta (Group Chairman, Rasna Private Limited)
- Baba N Kalyani (Chairman & MD, Bharat Forge Limited)
- Rahul Awasthi (Global Head of Operations, Sun Pharmaceuticals Limited)
- Neeraj Akhoury (CEO, ACC Limited)
Strong International Business Presence
The diplomatic delegation at GIS-2025 includes senior representatives from Germany, Japan, Switzerland, Malaysia, the UK, Poland, the Netherlands, and Canada.
Additionally, ambassadors from Nepal, Morocco, Zimbabwe, Angola, and Burkina Faso, along with high commissioners from Rwanda, Seychelles, Jamaica, Lesotho, and Uganda, will participate.
World Bank and Global Trade Organizations Support GIS-2025
The World Bank will play a key role, with Country Director Auguste Tano Kouame leading a team of specialists in infrastructure and digital transformation.
The World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) will also be represented, with Deputy Executive Director Dushyant Thakor attending.
Several global trade and investment promotion agencies have confirmed participation, including:
- Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), led by Director General Hiroyuki Kitamura
- German Trade & Invest, represented by Seema Bharadwaj
- Invest Ottawa
- Top agencies from Italy, Canada, Australia (Austrade), and Malaysia (Matrade)
Madhya Pradesh’s Investment Promotion Efforts
To attract investments, CM Mohan Yadav has proactively organized Regional Industry Conclaves across Madhya Pradesh and held interactive sessions in major Indian cities. Additionally, he led international investment roadshows in the UK, Germany, and Japan, successfully showcasing the state’s investment potential.
These initiatives have created a strong platform for regional industries and opened doors for global companies to explore investment opportunities in the state.
Summit’s Impact on Madhya Pradesh’s Growth
The GIS-2025 summit is expected to drive economic growth in Madhya Pradesh by facilitating key investments and global partnerships.
With participation from top industrialists, diplomatic representatives, and international trade organizations, the event is set to strengthen Madhya Pradesh’s position as a major investment hub in India.