Bhopal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed Madhya Pradesh’s remarkable achievement in attracting investment commitments worth Rs 30 lakh crore during the two-day Global Investors Summit (GIS-2025) in Bhopal. He asserted that India, having already climbed from the 10th to the 5th largest global economy, is on course to secure the third position by 2027—with Madhya Pradesh playing a pivotal role in this ascent.

Speaking at the valedictory session of the summit on Tuesday, Shah underscored Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming India into a fully developed nation. He praised Madhya Pradesh for setting a dynamic pace for the country’s economic progress, calling the state a frontrunner in this ambitious journey.

The Global Investors Summit 2025 attracted participation from over 200 companies and representatives from 50 countries, leading to an unprecedented ₹30 lakh crore in investment commitments.

Shah commended Madhya Pradesh as a pioneer in hosting sector-specific summits, an innovative approach poised to accelerate development. With automation, skill development initiatives, and investor-friendly policies, the state has positioned itself as an ideal investment destination with a thriving, demand-driven economy.

The Home Minister noted that Madhya Pradesh seamlessly blends heritage with development, consistently striving for progress. Over the two-day event, the state unveiled its industrial, sectoral, and global potential, engaging investors in strategic discussions expected to yield substantial outcomes in the near future.

From ‘bimaru’ to a growth leader

Reflecting on the state’s transformation, Shah highlighted how Madhya Pradesh—once labelled as "Bimaru" due to its economic challenges—has emerged as a powerhouse of development.

• Energy Revolution: The state now boasts a robust 31 GW energy capacity, with 30% derived from clean sources.
• Educational Excellence: Institutions like IIM and IIET are empowering youth to drive innovation.
• Agricultural Leadership: Madhya Pradesh has become India’s cotton capital, contributing 25% of the country’s organic cotton production.
• Industrial Focus: The state has declared 2025 as the "Year of Industry and Employment", reaffirming its commitment to economic expansion.

The first state to pass the "Jan Vishwas Vidheyak", Madhya Pradesh is leading the way in ease of doing business, ensuring that investors can seamlessly explore opportunities across diverse sectors.

MP’s role in India’s economic rise

Shah highlighted India’s significant economic strides under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership:

• Forex reserves and per capita income have doubled in the past decade.
• Over 54 crore Indians now have access to banking services, a milestone unseen in the past 75 years.
• Infrastructure Boom: The country now boasts 157 airports, 8 lakh km of rural roads, and doubled railway cargo handling capacity.
• Technological Leadership: India is spearheading advancements in artificial intelligence and hydrogen fuel.

Shah credited the Team India approach—a collaboration between central and state governments—as a crucial driver behind this momentum.

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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, addressing the summit, assured investors of swift action in translating proposals into reality. He committed to providing all necessary support within a stipulated timeframe, ensuring that investment commitments transition from blueprint to execution.

With its investor-friendly policies, infrastructure push, and unwavering commitment to economic expansion, Madhya Pradesh stands ready to lead India’s next phase of growth.