At the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 summit in Davos, India demonstrated its economic strength by securing investment commitments worth over ₹20 lakh crore. States like Maharashtra, Telangana, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh highlighted their potential and signed significant MoUs. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized India’s advancements in manufacturing, semiconductors, and AI during his address.

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• India received investment commitments exceeding ₹20 lakh crore at WEF 2025.
• Maharashtra secured 80% of total investments, signing 61 MoUs worth ₹15.7 lakh crore.
• Maharashtra’s agreements expected to create 16 lakh jobs, led by CM Devendra Fadnavis.
• Telangana signed 20 MoUs worth ₹1.80 lakh crore under CM Revanth Reddy’s leadership.
• Kerala and Uttar Pradesh showcased ambitious investment plans and secured commitments.
• Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu engaged global CEOs, promoting investment opportunities in the state.
• Infosys announced expansion in Hyderabad, creating 17,000 jobs.
• Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted India’s shift to “Make in India, Make for the World.”
• India projected to join the top three semiconductor destinations, driven by advanced designs from 2,000 Global Capability Centers (GCCs).
• Emphasis placed on skilling workforce in AI and innovative global applications.