Uttar Pradesh Global Investors Summit 2023 Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Lucknow, India - On the 10th of February 2023, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh Global Investors Summit 2023 in Lucknow. The flagship investment summit of the Government of Uttar Pradesh aimed to bring together policymakers, industry leaders, academia, think tanks, and leaders from across the world to explore business opportunities and forge partnerships. The Prime Minister also inaugurated the Global Trade Show and launched Invest UP 2.0.

Leaders of the industry spoke at the event and expressed their optimism towards the opportunities emerging in Uttar Pradesh. Shri Kumar Mangalam Birla credited the Prime Minister with infusing new energy into India's economic landscape, while Shri Mukesh Ambani praised the budget's allocation for Capex expenditure, leading to greater economic growth and social welfare. Shri Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, noted the Prime Minister's visionary leadership in making India the fastest-growing economy with 360-degree development.

The Prime Minister addressed the gathering and welcomed the investor community, industry leaders, and policymakers. He emphasized the cultural splendor, glorious history, and rich heritage of Uttar Pradesh and spoke about the state's transformation from being known for underdevelopment, poor law and order, and scams to good governance, peace, and stability. The Prime Minister also highlighted the initiatives for better infrastructure in the state, including five international airports and a freight corridor connecting the state with the sea coast in Maharashtra.

The Prime Minister noted the digital revolution in Uttar Pradesh and the inclusive and connected society that has emerged due to it. He spoke about the growth of India's economy, which is being driven by the aspirations of the Indian society and its youth. The Prime Minister also talked about the opportunities for investors in health, education, social infrastructure, and the green growth path embraced by India.

In conclusion, the Prime Minister emphasized that India has started moving on the path of speed and scale, driven by the trust in the country. He invited the investors to Uttar Pradesh, an aspirational society that has emerged as a champion when it comes to investment, business, and entrepreneurship.