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Investment will give decisive impetus to growth of Madhya Pradesh – CM Shri Chouhan

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No permission required for three years after starting the industry
Plug and play facility will start in many industry sectors
Not a single penny of the investors will go waste
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Samadhan window will open to remove difficulties related to industry establishment
Chief Minister himself will review the proceedings of Samadhan
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Investment proposals worth more than Rs 15 lakh 42 thousand 500 crore received in Summit 2023
New proposals to open employment opportunities for 29 lakh people
CM Shri Chouhan makes several announcements in the interest of new industries at the conclusion of the two-day summit.

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Madhya Pradesh’s development will be given a decisive impetus through investment. Will not let even a single Penny go waste of industrialists investing in Madhya Pradesh. The strategy of full co-operation to the industries will be adopted through 7 sources of dialogue, co-operation, facility, acceptance, bridge, simplicity and co-ordination. Addressing the closing session of the Global Investors Summit 2023, Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that through this summit, proposals have been received from industrialists and investors to set-up industries worth more than Rs 15 lakh 42 thousand 500 crore. With these, the possibilities of providing employment to 29 lakh people will be realised. As a result of intention to invest, implementation will add an important chapter in the progress of the state.

Chief Minister Shri Chouhan informed that proposals have been received for an investment of Rs 6 lakh 9 thousand 478 crore in renewable energy sector, Rs 2 lakh 80 thousand 753 crore in urban infrastructure, Rs 1 lakh 6 thousand 149 crore in food processing and agriculture sector, Rs 98 thousand 305 in mining and related industries, Rs 78 thousand 778 crore in information technology sector, Rs 76 thousand 769 crore in chemical and petroleum industry, Rs 71 thousand 351 crore in various services sector, Rs 42 thousand 254 crore in automobile and electric vehicle sector, Rs 17 thousand 991 crore in pharmaceutical and health sector, Rs 17 thousand 916 crore in logistics and warehousing sector, Rs 16 thousand 914 crore in textile and garment sector and Rs 1 lakh 25 thousand Rs.853 crore in other sectors.. All these are expected to provide employment to 29 lakh people.

CM expresses gratitude for summit’s success, new convention center of 10,000 capacity will be built

Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that all the ministers of the state, central ministers, ambassadors of different countries, business leaders and officers-employees deserve thanks for the success of the Global Investors Summit. The blessings of Prime Minister Shri Modi and President Smt. Murmu were also received. Everyone was very enthusiastic about the summit. The people of Indore gave an overwhelming traditional welcome. Keeping in view the future need of such programmes, a new convention center with a capacity of 10,000 people will be built in Indore.

Summit at a glance

Giving details of the summit, Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that business delegates from 84 countries took part in the summit. There were a total of 10 partner countries. Apart from this, representatives of embassies of 35 countries took part. More than 2600 meetings were held in two days. More than five thousand businessmen took part. Agreements were signed with a total of 36 foreign business organisations. G-20 partners and many business delegates joined the summit. Twenty sectoral presentations were noteworthy in the summit.

New era has started from Indore

Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that Indore is wonderful, a new phase of investment is starting from here. There is an atmosphere of trust. Madhya Pradesh is becoming the investment capital of the country. The growth rate of Madhya Pradesh, which developed from sickly, is different from other states. In the last 18 years, we have overcome potholes to have good roads and have reached the pinnacle of cleanliness by doing away with heaps of garbage. Recognising the capabilities of the state, it has been made its power.

Industrialists will not have to come to the capital to get grievances redressed

Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that industrialists will not have to come to the capital Bhopal to get their problems solved. For redressal of complaints, a separate window of “How Can I Help You” will be started on invest.mp.gov.in portal, which will voice the woes of industrialists. The industrialist will also be contacted by a team. This will be followed up at the Chief Minister’s level. Industrialists will not have to wander from pillar to post.

Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that industrialists will not require any permission for three years to set-up industries in the notified areas of the state. There will be no inspection of the industrial unit during this period. The facility of plug and play, which is till now in the field of information technology, will also be provided in the garment and other industry sectors. Problems will be solved through ease of doing business and good governance.

India’s progress and prestige has been enhanced under PM’s guidance

Chief Minister Shri Chouhan said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Modi, India has been successful in enhancing progress and prestige. India will guide the countries of the world under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi. He has hopes and expectations in many areas for industrial development in Madhya Pradesh, which will be fulfilled seriously. Madhya Pradesh has increased the speed on the runway of industrial progress, we are now taking off. In the beginning, Chief Minister Shri Chouhan thanked all the guests present on the stage for their presence.

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shri Narendra Singh Tomar said that Indore, the city of Goddess Ahilya, has a bright history and a glorious heritage. Today Indore will be remembered all over the world for the way it has welcomed guests from all over the world with full service, generosity and dedication. Shri Tomar said that before the year 2003, the industrialists of Madhya Pradesh were thinking of going to other states, but today due to the investment friendly environment created in Madhya Pradesh under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan investors have come with pride to invest in Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh is developing fast. Madhya Pradesh has a huge contribution in the country’s GDP, Madhya Pradesh has done wonderful work in the field of agriculture. All of you should invest maximum and contribute fully in the development of Madhya Pradesh. With the co-operation of all of you, Madhya Pradesh will definitely touch heights.

Civil Aviation Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia said that Madhya Pradesh is not only the heart of Incredible India but also the heart of India’s development. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s resolve to make India a five trillion dollar economy includes Madhya Pradesh’s resolve to make the state a five hundred and fifty billion dollar economy. Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan is a personality who supports industries. He is the Chief Minister of the state as well as the CEO of the state. The state is progressing rapidly under his leadership. Shri Scindia listed five reasons why investors should invest in Madhya Pradesh, they are good infrastructure, connectivity, logistics, power surplus and market access. Shri Scindia said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi, India’s economic growth rate is the highest in the world. India has moved from the 11th largest economy in the world to the fifth position and will become the third largest economy in the world by the year 2030. India has a very good climate for investment. We have the best talent, innovation and tradition mixed with modernity. By following the mantra of Prime Minister Shri Modi, Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas, we will be the leader of the world.

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar Khatik said that today Madhya Pradesh has immense potential for investment. Chief Minister Shri Chouhan has created favourable environment and positive conditions for investment in the state. Investors from all over the world have come in the Global Investors Summit today and they have expressed faith in Madhya Pradesh. In the coming times, along with agriculture, Madhya Pradesh will be at the forefront in various fields like industry, science, technology etc.

Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Steel Shri Faggan Singh Kulaste said that under the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Chouhan, Madhya Pradesh is moving ahead at a fast pace in the field of industrial progress. There are many possibilities of investment in Madhya Pradesh. Today, investors from all over the world have come in this conference, they have shared their new ideas, their experiences and expressed their desire to invest in the state. They will get all possible help and co-operation from the government.

Canada’s Commerce Minister Sushri Jennifer Daubeny said that Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has created a business-friendly environment in Madhya Pradesh. Presently some Canadian companies are working in Madhya Pradesh. More investment will be made in Madhya Pradesh in future. Import export will increase between India and Canada.

Mauritius’ Social Integration Minister Sushri Fazila said that she is of Indian origin. Her grandparents came to Mauritius from Surat in the 19th century. India and Mauritius share deep emotional ties. 70% of the people in Mauritius are of Indian origin. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the partnership between the two countries in economic and other fields will get a boost in the coming times.

Ambassador of Norway Shri Holmes Jacob said that Indore is the cleanest city. There is a desire to roam on its streets. Madhya Pradesh is a fast growing state. There is a high growth rate here. Norway is a small country, its two companies are operating in Madhya Pradesh. Norway has world class technology. We will work with Madhya Pradesh especially in the renewable energy and technology sector.

Among the Indian industrialists, Shri Kamal Bali of Volvo said that India is the shining star in the world economy. The demography, democracy, leadership, start-up ecosystem, amazing talent, digital transformation, ease of doing business are all unique here. India spends more on infrastructure than America. Madhya Pradesh, which was once a sickly state, has today become a modern state of India under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Chouhan. His company in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh manufactures 05 and 08 liter engines and ships them all over the world. It is the only company to do so. Madhya Pradesh government deserves thanks for full co-operation to the industries.

Think Gas Chairman Shri Amit Sengupta thanked Chief Minister Shri Chouhan for the excellent organisation of the Global Investment Summit. He said that his company does business in four states, out of which he gets maximum co-operation from Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Shri Chouhan is always ready for extending positive co-operation to the investors.

Chairman of Rajratan Group Shri Sunil Chordia said that in the last 20 years industrial progress has taken place at a fast pace in Madhya Pradesh due to road, electricity, government policies, encouragement and co-operation. This time the Global Investment Summit was organised in the most successful way so far. Now no one can stop the progress of Madhya Pradesh. He expressed the need to increase air services in Madhya Pradesh.

Shri Praveen Kankaria, MD, Impetus Group said that both vision and delivery are being witnessed for investment in Madhya Pradesh. The co-operation, faith and enthusiasm that the Madhya Pradesh government gives is not seen anywhere else. Chief Minister Shri Singh Chouhan had resolved to expand the IT sector in Madhya Pradesh to the maximum, it is being fulfilled. Indore is becoming the centre of IT. More than 60 thousand IT workers are working from here. There is a lot of respect for women in the state, one reason for this is that the foundation of the city of Indore was laid by a female Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. Today I live in Silicon Valley Bengaluru, but I can say with a certainty that most of the innovations in the field of IT take place in Indore only.

Group Head of Asian Paints Shri Amit Singh said that the speed of decision making in Madhya Pradesh government is nowhere else. On December 5 last, I met Chief Minister Shri Chouhan and made a proposal. Today is January 12, it has been completed in such a short time. Madhya Pradesh’s policy is inclusive growth and sustainable growth, which is ideal in the world.

Union External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar conveyed his best wishes through a video message. Industrial Policy and Investment Promotion Minister Shri Rajvardhan Singh Dattigaon, several public representatives, Chief Secretary Shri Iqbal Singh Bains, representatives of industry associations and delegates of the summit were present in large numbers in the programme.