Chhattisgarh eyes IT boom as Bengaluru tech firms pledge ₹3,700 crore investment

Chhattisgarh is set to emerge as the IT hub of Central India, with major Bengaluru-based technology companies expressing keen interest in expanding their operations in the state.

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE

At the Chhattisgarh Investors Connect Meet held in Bengaluru, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai engaged with top industrialists and business leaders, securing investment proposals worth ₹3,700 crore across key sectors, including IT, textiles, electronics, food processing, and green fuel.

In a major boost to Chhattisgarh's industrial development, the state government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NASSCOM, the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA), and TiE Bangalore. The agreements aim to promote IT sector growth, foster startups, and attract investments in the semiconductor industry.

Chief Minister Sai emphasised Chhattisgarh's pro-business policies, digital-friendly governance, and streamlined investment approvals. He stated that Chhattisgarh offers immense opportunities for investors with its skilled workforce, rich resources, and strategic location, reaffirming the government's commitment to fostering a thriving industrial ecosystem.

Leading companies have pledged substantial investments in Chhattisgarh across various sectors. GPSR Arya Private Limited will invest ₹1,350 crore in CBG Green Fuel, supporting India's clean energy transition.

Klene Paks has announced ₹500 crore in the textile industry, aiming to enhance local manufacturing and employment opportunities.