Lucknow: In a landmark event underscoring Uttar Pradesh’s potential as an investment hub, the PapSwap Centre for Public Policy successfully hosted a prestigious global investment summit in Lucknow. The event brought together eminent policymakers, industry leaders, and investors from India and ASEAN nations to explore collaborative opportunities aimed at fostering innovation and sustainable development.
A Visionary Step Towards Progress
The summit highlighted the transformative initiatives led by Hon’ble Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Ji, showcasing Uttar Pradesh’s progressive policies designed to attract global investors. By focusing on key sectors such as infrastructure, education, agriculture, and technology, the state aims to position itself as a leading destination for investment.
The event also resonated with Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of strengthening India-ASEAN relations beyond business, delving into shared historical and cultural ties to build a robust partnership.
Key Highlights of the Summit
1. Strengthening India-ASEAN Ties:
The summit celebrated India’s deep-rooted historical and cultural connections with ASEAN nations. The discussions underscored the importance of fostering partnerships that go beyond commerce, aligning with India’s commitment to regional integration.
2. Showcasing Uttar Pradesh’s Potential:
Investors and policymakers explored Uttar Pradesh’s immense growth potential, backed by policies such as:
- Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy 2022
- Tourism Policy 2022
These initiatives have established Uttar Pradesh as a leading destination for transformative investments across various sectors.
Distinguished Guests and Announced Projects
The summit saw the participation of global industry leaders and policymakers who unveiled ambitious investment projects:
- NEST Group:
- Investment: $1 billion in tourism and real estate to boost infrastructure development.
- Policy Alignment: Tourism Policy 2022.
- Giriraj Enterprises (Mr. Nitin Goyal):
- Focus: Establishing a steel manufacturing unit to enhance industrial productivity.
- Policy Alignment: Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy 2022.
- Avantgardist Institute (Dr. Lili Jassemi & Dr. Felix Wittke):
- Focus: Development of AI-driven government training models and tech-enabled education systems.
- Policy Alignment: Uttar Pradesh Higher Education Policy 2024.
- Mobile Guardian (Julian Forster Escarra):
- Focus: Relocation of the Global Capability Centre (GCC) to Uttar Pradesh.
- Policy Alignment: Global Capability Centres Policy 2024.
- Lawrencedale Agro Processing India (Palat Vijayaraghavan):
- Focus: Enhancing agricultural exports through agro-processing.
- Policy Alignment: Agriculture Export Policy 2019 (Amended 2021).
- World Smart Cities Forum (Jaewon Peter Chun):
- Focus: Establishing a smart township in Lucknow.
- Policy Alignment: Township Policy 2023.
- Green Light Group (Anil Thusso):
- Focus: Waste-to-wealth initiatives promoting sustainability.
- Policy Alignment: State Bio-Energy Policy 2022.
- KNE Holdings (Stephen Edkins):
- Focus: Nuclear Small Modular Reactor (SMR) units for energy diversification.
- Policy Alignment: Energy privatization initiatives.
Special Thanks and Acknowledgments
The summit received significant support from various stakeholders:
- Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser
- Department of Tourism
- Belvoir
- Giriraj Enterprises
Special recognition was given to Rahul Raj Rastogi and Pratham Gupta for their instrumental roles in organizing this landmark event.
Divyanshu Shukla, Founder of PapSwap Centre for Public Policy said:
“This summit reflects Uttar Pradesh’s readiness to lead globally by combining its cultural heritage with transformative policies. We’re grateful for the overwhelming support from investors and leaders to help shape a prosperous future for the state.”
The global investment summit marked a significant milestone for Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing its commitment to fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and achieving sustainable growth. By building strategic partnerships and leveraging progressive policies, the state is well-positioned to emerge as a global leader in investment and development.