Investors Trust Madhya Pradesh for Proactive Governance

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav speaks to Devabrata Dutta about the state's journey from being an emerging player to an industrial powerhouse. Edited excerpts

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How was the 8th Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit (GIS) different from previous editions?

GIS 2025 has been a historic milestone for MP [Madhya Pradesh], securing a record-breaking Rs 30.77 lakh crore in investment commitments, far surpassing previous editions. This is a testament to the soaring investor confidence in our state.

Unlike [in] the past, when many commitments remained [only] on paper, we now have a structured follow-up mechanism to convert them into real projects. Many past summit investments are already operational, generating jobs and transforming the industrial landscape.

With increased global participation and bolder investment pledges, MP has evolved from an emerging player to a major industrial powerhouse.

How will the new policies introduced in the summit improve the investment climate?

GIS 2025 was the launchpad for 18 transformative policies, ensuring MP becomes India's most business-friendly state. Most of these are brand new policies, while others are modernised frameworks. We have simplified regulations, fast-tracked approvals and introduced sector-specific incentives. The new industrial development policy enhances ease of doing business, while the start-up and innovation policy fosters tech-driven entrepreneurship.

Many states are vying for investments. How will MP maintain an edge?

Our central location and logistics strength make MP a natural hub for national distribution. We have developed a 5-lakh kilometre road network, expressways, rail freight corridors and 100% railway electrification, cutting transit times and costs.