Punjab: A Beacon for Global Investment

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann recently promoted his state as an ideal investment hub to key corporate contenders in Mumbai. As part of an investment roadshow, Mann emphasized Punjab's expansive industrial capabilities, policy upgrades, and increasing investor trust, with sectors such as electric vehicles and digital services taking the spotlight.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Tuesday, actively engaged with senior figures from significant corporate entities like the Hinduja Group and Hindustan Unilever Limited in Mumbai to pitch Punjab as a premier investment destination. This initiative is part of a two-day investment roadshow aiming to bolster the state's appeal to investors.

The roadshow aligns with preparations for the Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit 2026, slated for March 13-15 in Mohali. Mann highlighted Punjab's transformative industrial landscape, recent policy advancements, and the burgeoning confidence among investors, evidenced by Rs 1.50 lakh crore in investment proposals since March 2022. He represented Punjab as possessing unparalleled infrastructure, skilled manpower, and favorable business conditions.

Mann showcased Punjab's diverse investment opportunities in areas like electric vehicles, digital services, renewable energy, and healthcare. He noted Punjab's heritage of resilience and success, which has already attracted global giants like Nestle and Freudenberg. Mann underscored Punjab's economic potential, supported by international investments from nations like Japan and the US.

(With inputs from agencies.)