India Secures Over Rs 20 Lakh Crore in Investment Commitments at WEF 2025
India is emerging as the new economic champion of the world, securing over Rs 20 lakh crore investment commitments at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, indicating its economic strength in the face of geopolitical risks. Maharashtra was the star performer with close to 80% of total investments amounting to Rs 15.7 lakh crore with potential for creating more than 16 lakh jobs. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led the state that signed 61 Memorandums of Understanding with domestic and international companies.
Other states also attracted considerable investor interest, with Telangana garnering Rs 1.8 lakh crore in commitments through 20 MoUs, led by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. Kerala and Uttar Pradesh presented ambitious plans, attracting notable investment commitments. Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu also played a crucial role by engaging CEOs and business leaders, highlighting the state's investment opportunities.
Some of the notable declarations included Infosys, an IT major, that announced it was going to further increase its footprints in Hyderabad by creating 17,000 more jobs. India's growing relevance in the world of semiconductors and AI also made headlines in WEF. The Union Minister of Railways, Electronics, and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, also made a declaration in which he talked about India transforming from import substitution to a 'Make in India, Make for the World' approach. He said that India is rapidly becoming a global hub for semiconductor production and advanced technology solutions.
Vaishnaw further discussed the country's potential to lead in artificial intelligence, noting that India’s 2,000 Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are actively working on advanced technology designs, positioning India as a future leader in global manufacturing. He also stressed the government’s commitment to upskilling the workforce to equip them for emerging technologies, particularly AI, ensuring India’s role as a global innovation leader.
The announcements at WEF 2025 underscore the strategic focus on expanding India's manufacturing base, advancing its digital economy, and creating new avenues for global business partnerships.
