Gujarat’s Rs 300 Cr Bet To Lure Investors To Vibrant 2026

With a meticulously crafted action plan and an estimated budget of Rs 300 crore, the summit promises to be a landmark event, showcasing Gujarat as the ultimate investment destination.

Playing The Long Game

At the heart of this mission lies a strategy designed to connect with the most influential industrialists, business leaders, and investors.

Principal Secretary of the Industries and Mines Department, Mamta Verma, outlined the state’s vision, emphasizing an extensive series of trade fairs, exhibitions, and seminars under the Incentives for Industrial Development Scheme in 2025.

These events will be a platform to engage with key stakeholders, including chambers of commerce and industry organizations, to unlock new business opportunities.

However, the real magic lies beyond the borders of Gujarat. To ensure the summit’s success, the state government has earmarked Rs 23.43 crore solely for ministerial and official travel — both within the country and abroad.

These high-level delegations will embark on strategic visits to industrial hubs, engaging with global investors and forging new partnerships. Foreign dignitaries and industry leaders visiting India will also receive a warm invitation to Gujarat, further strengthening investment ties.

Gujarat’s outreach plan doesn’t stop there. The government is actively engaging with non-resident Indians, non-resident Gujaratis, and foreign corporate representatives to serve as country partners for the event.

Diplomats, ambassadors, and senior officials from foreign embassies in India are also being courted in a bid to draw global attention to Gujarat’s business-friendly landscape.

State officials will travel to various international summits and exhibitions, ensuring that Gujarat’s investment potential is showcased on the world stage.

To back this enormous initiative, Rs 8.43 crore has been allocated for trade fairs, discussion papers, and exhibitions, while Rs 6.96 crore will enhance the Investment Facilitation Portal (IFP), and Rs 1 crore will be dedicated to the Investment Facilitation Cell (IFC). Another Rs 4.25 crore has been set aside to improve the Ease of Doing Business in the state, reinforcing Gujarat’s commitment to creating a seamless investment experience.

Concern Resolution

In a groundbreaking move, Finance Minister Kanubhai Desai has announced the establishment of the ‘Udyog Mitra Cell’ in Gandhinagar. This cell will be a one-stop solution for businesses, ensuring that industries — both new and existing — can swiftly resolve their concerns.

Senior officials from key departments such as GPCB, GIDC, the Labour Commissionerate, Start-up and MSME bodies, and the GST department will be deputed to this cell, working under the close supervision of the Joint Industries Commissioner.

Adding to the state’s investor-friendly initiatives, the Gujarat Investment Center in New Delhi will be reinvigorated to address pending industrial concerns at the national level. This center will serve as a bridge between Gujarat’s industrial vision and the larger business ecosystem of India.

With its eyes set on making the Vibrant Investors Summit 2026 a resounding success, Gujarat is pulling all the stops to solidify its position as a global investment powerhouse.

The state’s aggressive and strategic approach is set to pave the way for a future where Gujarat stands as a beacon of business excellence on the international stage.