Madhya Pradesh is gearing up to present a renewed, human-focused investment narrative as Gwalior prepares to host the high-profile 'Abhyuday Madhya Pradesh' Growth Summit on December 25. The event marks a strategic shift, aiming to highlight the real-life impact of industrial growth on the state's workforce alongside major financial announcements.
Summit to Center on Human Stories of Industrial Growth
The upcoming summit will uniquely foreground the voices and experiences of workers whose lives have been transformed by new employment opportunities and the expanding industrial landscape in Madhya Pradesh. In a significant move, the event will feature employees from various sectors sharing firsthand accounts of the positive changes brought about by their jobs.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized that the state government is relentlessly working to generate employment for its people by attracting fresh investments. The summit coincides with the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, adding a symbolic layer to the proceedings.
Major Announcements and High-Profile Participation
The event, scheduled at the Gwalior Mela Ground from 11:30 am, will be a powerhouse of policy and industrial announcements. A key highlight will be the inauguration of a massive exhibition spanning 45,000 square feet on the theme 'Employment Through Investment'.
The day's agenda is packed with significant programmes, including:
- Disbursement of incentive funds to eligible businesses and individuals.
- Formal allotment of land for industrial projects.
- Inauguration of the much-anticipated Gwalior Trade Fair.
- The launch of the innovative e-Zero FIR system.
Adding considerable weight to the summit, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is confirmed to participate in these programmes, underscoring the central government's support for Madhya Pradesh's growth trajectory.
Showcasing Investment Power and Local Treasures
The summit will serve as a grand platform to showcase the state's economic potential. Detailed profiles of investment units worth a staggering Rs 2 lakh crore will be presented, offering a clear picture of the capital flowing into the region.
A strong contingent of business leaders and officials from major national and international industrial institutions is expected. Confirmed attendees include representatives from corporate giants like:
- Godrej Industries
- Greenko
- Vardhman Group
- JK Tyres
- Jupiter Wagons
- Maken Foods
- Dabur India
- Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
Beyond large corporations, the event will also celebrate grassroots innovation and local products. Successful startups, initiatives under the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme, and various Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged products unique to Madhya Pradesh will be prominently displayed.
This holistic approach, combining mega investments with human-centric stories and local entrepreneurship, defines the state's recalibrated pitch to investors and citizens alike, positioning Madhya Pradesh as a destination for inclusive and transformative growth.
