The recently concluded tenth edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024 marked a historic achievement with the signing of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) for a staggering 41,299 projects, totaling an impressive Rs 26.33 lakh crore. This remarkable milestone catapulted Gujarat’s standing by securing MoUs for investments exceeding Rs 45 lakh crore across 98,540 projects.
Emerging Sectors Take Centre Stage:
A significant portion of the MoUs inked during the summit focused on emerging sectors, signalling a strategic move towards cutting-edge industries. The sectors include semiconductors, e-mobility, green hydrogen, and renewable energy. These forward-looking investments align with the vision to position Gujarat as a leading state in realising Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s ambitious goal of Viksit Bharat@ 2047.
Global Participation and Partnerships:
The three-day summit attracted a massive gathering of 61,000 delegates from 140 countries, fostering international collaboration. A notable 35 countries actively partnered for the summit, contributing to the overall success. With a robust participation of 1.32 lakh registrations, the event served as a global platform for ideas, innovations, and investment opportunities.
Reassurances from Union Home Minister:
Addressing the valedictory session, Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed confidence in Gujarat’s consistent delivery under Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel’s leadership. He emphasised the enduring impact of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit on the country’s economy, affirming that the platform has attracted investments that will benefit not just Gujarat but the entire nation.
Vision for Expansion and Development:
Amit Shah extended a call to Gujarati industrialists to explore expansion plans in northern India, with a particular emphasis on Kashmir. Aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s development plans for the region, Shah urged industrialists to consider investment in Kashmir, echoing the sentiments expressed earlier by Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Kashmir, who highlighted that investing in Jammu and Kashmir is synonymous with investing in India’s unity and integrity.
Gujarat’s Vibrant Summit 2024 has left an indelible mark with record-breaking investments, global collaborations, and a strategic focus on emerging sectors. As the state advances towards becoming a frontrunner in futuristic industries, the summit’s impact resonates not only regionally but on a national and global scale, contributing to the realisation of India’s developmental vision.
