UP Government Makes Strong Investment Pitch at Davos Forum
A high-powered delegation from Uttar Pradesh actively promoted the state as a prime investment destination during the World Economic Forum meetings in Davos. Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna led the team on Monday. The delegation engaged in numerous strategic discussions with top global corporations and institutions.
Key Officials in the Delegation
The Uttar Pradesh team included several senior administrators. Infrastructure and Industrial Development Commissioner Deepak Kumar participated in the meetings. Secretary to the Chief Minister Amit Singh joined the discussions. Vijay Kiran Anand, who serves as Infrastructure and Industrial Development Department Secretary along with CEO of Invest UP and UPSIDA, was present. Special Secretary for Energy and UPNEDA Director Inderjit Singh also attended the forum.
Extensive Meetings with Global Corporations
The delegation's day began with an interaction with Louis Dreyfus Company. This agricultural trade giant showcased its global supply chain and strong Indian partnerships. Following this, the team conducted business-to-government meetings with multiple prominent firms.
They met with technology leaders like Uber Technologies, Automation Anywhere, and Google Cloud. Food and beverage giant PepsiCo participated in discussions. Technology companies HCL Software and Sify Technologies engaged with the delegation. Other meetings included Wealth Door, Anupam Rasayan India Ltd, Greenko, and Deloitte South Asia.
Nasdaq-listed Sify Technologies explored developing AI-based solutions in several sectors. These sectors included agritech, healthcare, medical devices, education, women's health, and law enforcement. The discussions highlighted Uttar Pradesh's emerging status as a preferred destination for artificial intelligence and sustainable investment.
Focus on Climate Innovation and Future Opportunities
The delegation held special discussions with Carbon Compass founder and CEO Neeraj Agarwal. Agarwal, an alumnus of IIT Kanpur and MIT and former NASA scientist, talked about future-facing opportunities in climate innovation. This conversation emphasized the state's commitment to sustainable development.
Broad Sector Coverage and State Advantages
Officials confirmed the delegation conducted business-to-government meetings with over fifteen companies throughout the day. These discussions covered multiple important sectors. Digital transformation received significant attention. Renewable energy opportunities were explored thoroughly. Food processing, automation, and global trade also featured prominently in the conversations.
The Uttar Pradesh team consistently highlighted the state's investor-friendly policies. They emphasized the robust infrastructure currently available. The delegation also stressed the government's strong commitment to innovation-driven development.
Strategic Positioning for Growth
A government spokesman explained the broader significance of this participation. The presence at WEF Davos 2026 clearly signals the Yogi government's determined efforts. The administration aims to position Uttar Pradesh as one of India's leading growth engines. This strategy relies on attracting high-quality investments and building international partnerships.
The spokesman stated that these meetings directly support the state's ongoing campaign. Uttar Pradesh wants to strengthen its industrial and economic profile globally. The delegation focused specifically on attracting substantial investments to achieve this goal.
