Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that investment proposals worth ₹12 lakh crore have been implemented in the state over the past two-and-a-half years, crediting coordinated efforts by the Central and state governments for supporting economic growth.
Addressing the two-day Viksit Bharat Industry and Trade Conference organised by the Federation of Madhya Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry at Kushabhau Thakre Auditorium in Bhopal, Yadav said the state was attracting investment across multiple sectors.
According to the Chief Minister, participating entrepreneurs expressed investment intentions worth approximately ₹7,500 crore during the conference.
He also highlighted the state’s industrial policies, infrastructure projects and investment promotion activities aimed at expanding economic opportunities and generating employment.
Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing and Economic Corridor Among Key Initiatives
Yadav highlighted initiatives intended to strengthen industrial development and connectivity in different parts of Madhya Pradesh.
Key projects and initiatives mentioned by the Chief Minister included:
- Gwalior’s telecom manufacturing sector: Efforts to develop Gwalior as a major centre for telecom manufacturing.
- Jabalpur-Indore Economic Corridor: A proposed development link intended to connect the Mahakoshal and Malwa regions and support economic activity along the route.
- Raisen district: The Chief Minister said districts such as Raisen, located along the corridor, could benefit from the development initiative.
- Tourism: Improved connectivity and regional development were also expected to support tourism, according to Yadav.
He said the state was working to expand industrial opportunities beyond established economic centres.
₹12 Lakh Crore in Investment Proposals Cited by Chief Minister
The Chief Minister said Madhya Pradesh had made progress in implementing investment proposals across sectors during the preceding two-and-a-half years.
He attributed the investment activity to transparent policies and efforts to make the state more suitable for industrial establishments.
Yadav also said the government was conducting investment promotion programmes and related activities regularly to help achieve its employment-generation objectives.
Referring to the India Chem 2026 event held in Mumbai, he described it as a useful platform for advancing investment opportunities.
The Chief Minister said industries and businesses contributed to livelihoods by supporting employment and economic activity across numerous families.
Bina Petrochemical Project Expected to Produce Over 22 Lakh Tonnes Annually
Yadav also referred to the petrochemical project in Bina, for which Prime Minister Narendra Modi had performed the foundation-laying ceremony, according to the state government statement.
The project involves an investment of ₹50,000 crore and is expected to produce more than 22 lakh tonnes of petrochemical products annually once operational.
The Chief Minister said the project would contribute to industrial development in Madhya Pradesh and support broader economic activity.
He also referred to the state’s Global Investors Summit, regional industrial conclaves and other investment-related initiatives as part of its efforts to attract businesses.
MSME Minister Highlights Industry Confidence
Madhya Pradesh Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Chaitanya Kashyap said the state government had worked to create an environment conducive to investment.
He highlighted initiatives such as regional development plans and metropolitan-area planning, saying they were contributing to a more favourable environment for industry and commerce.
The two-day conference brought together hundreds of entrepreneurs associated with around a dozen federations, representing different sectors.
During the event, the Chief Minister also released publications brought out by the Federation of Madhya Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry.
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