Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav is steering Madhya Pradesh toward a prominent role at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. The state government aims to position Madhya Pradesh as a prime destination for global investment, industrial growth, and job creation.
Strategic Push for Investment and Employment
Over the last year, Chief Minister Yadav has personally led investment outreach efforts across India and internationally. He has placed investment attraction and employment generation at the heart of the state's development agenda. The upcoming Davos visit in January will intensify this focus.
Madhya Pradesh plans to engage with global industry leaders from multiple sectors. These include manufacturing, renewable energy, logistics, textiles, chemicals, and food processing. The state's participation marks its return to the global forum after nearly five years.
Alignment with WEF 2026 Theme
The World Economic Forum 2026 carries the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue." This theme resonates strongly with Madhya Pradesh's emphasis on collaboration-driven growth and long-term partnerships. Officials view the state's formal participation as evidence of renewed economic momentum and administrative readiness.
Under CM Yadav's leadership, the state government has implemented several reforms. These reforms simplify investment policies, enhance transparency, and create an industry-friendly environment. The government will highlight Ease of Doing Business measures during Davos interactions.
Faster decision-making systems and streamlined land-allotment processes will also feature prominently. Officials stress that the goal extends beyond attracting investment proposals. They aim to build durable and credible partnerships with global investors.
Comprehensive Engagement Plan
Senior officials from MPIDC will join representatives from industry and tourism departments at Davos. Policy advisors will also participate. The delegation plans one-on-one meetings, sectoral roundtables, and corporate sessions.
Discussions with global CEOs and chairpersons will focus on industrial expansion, export potential, and employment generation. Media interactions will present Madhya Pradesh's investment priorities and policy framework to an international audience.
Priority Sectors for Investment
Madhya Pradesh will target investors across several priority sectors. These sectors include agriculture and food processing, biotech-pharma-healthcare, and renewable energy. Chemicals, textiles and garments, and real estate also feature prominently.
The list extends to transport and logistics, holding companies, and education and sports infrastructure. Under the "Local to Global" strategy, the state aims to integrate its natural resources and skilled workforce into global value chains.
Proposed Collaborations and Agreements
The Davos agenda includes several proposed collaborations. An MoU with the Adani Group in the energy sector links to Morena power distribution. Defence manufacturing partnerships with Adani Defence are also planned.
Industrial land allotment to Switzerland-based Shivag AG appears on the agenda. Development of a strategic logistics hub with DP World from the UAE is proposed. France's Sanofi may establish a Centre of Excellence in Bhopal.
Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
A major highlight involves the proposed Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Madhya Pradesh. This center would result from collaboration with the World Economic Forum. It would focus on agri-technology, food processing, climate adaptation, and sustainable development.
An MoU between MPIDC and WEF is proposed for signing on January 19. This agreement would formalize the partnership and set the stage for the center's establishment.
Overall Objectives and Impact
Madhya Pradesh's participation at Davos seeks to align its priority sectors with the global investment landscape. The state aims to attract investments that promote technology adoption, skill development, and local employment.
This engagement represents a significant step toward positioning Madhya Pradesh as a stable, policy-consistent, and long-term investment destination on the global stage. The state government under CM Yadav demonstrates strong commitment to economic growth through international partnerships.
