Chhattisgarh and Gujarat Open a New Chapter of Growth, Technology, Culture, and Investment — CM Sai’s Visit Marks a Historic Milestone

Raipur, November 11

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s visit to Gujarat has emerged as a landmark moment for Chhattisgarh — weaving together new partnerships in development, technical education, cultural exchange, and industrial investment. The four-dimensional success of the tour has laid the foundation for a deeper collaborative future between the two states.

*Courtesy Meeting with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel*

In Gandhinagar, Chief Minister Sai paid a courtesy visit to his Gujarat counterpart, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. The two leaders discussed the collective role of states in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a “Viksit Bharat.”
“India’s strength lies in its federal unity,” said Sai. “The partnership between Gujarat and Chhattisgarh will stand as an example of cooperative development in the new India.”

During the meeting, Sai presented Chief Minister Patel with Bastar Art and a coffee-table book titled “Bastar Dussehra,” symbolizing Chhattisgarh’s rich cultural heritage. Patel extended his appreciation for Chhattisgarh’s artistic traditions and conveyed warm wishes on the state’s Silver Jubilee year.
The exchange highlighted the role of culture as a bridge of emotional and civilizational connection between the two states.

*Charting a Roadmap for Industrial, Tourism, and Governance Collaboration*

The two Chief Ministers agreed on developing a shared action plan for cooperation in industry, tourism, technical education, and good governance. “Chhattisgarh’s approach is now evolving from contact to collaboration, and collaboration to shared prosperity,” said Sai.

*NAMTECH College Visit: Redefining Technical Education*

During his visit to the NAMTECH in Gandhinagar, Chief Minister Sai explored advanced models of technical and manufacturing education. He interacted with students and faculty to understand the institute’s networked learning framework that integrates academia and industry.

*10,000 Youth to Receive Advanced Tech Training Annually in Chhattisgarh*

Sai announced that Chhattisgarh will now train 10,000 youth every year in cutting-edge domains like robotics, automation, and smart manufacturing.
“Our aim is to transform ITIs into modern centers of learning and make Chhattisgarh a technology-driven state,” he stated.

*Gujarat Model Inspires Industry-Academia Partnership in Chhattisgarh*

NAMTECH’s management expressed interest in replicating its networked model in Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Sai welcomed the idea, calling it a major step toward industry-integrated education:
“This model will not only enhance employability but also inspire an entrepreneurial spirit among our youth.”

*Bharat Parv: Chhattisgarh’s Culture Shines on a National Stage*

At Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Sai participated in the Bharat Parv organized to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Paying tribute to the Iron Man of India, he remarked that “Bharat Parv celebrates the unity in our diversity — a reflection of India’s cultural soul.”

*Emphasis on “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat”*

Chief Minister Sai drew parallels between Sardar Patel’s unification of princely states and Prime Minister Modi’s vision of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.”
“The Statue of Unity is not just a monument — it is a living symbol of India’s emotional integration,” he said.

*Meeting and Encouraging Chhattisgarh’s Cultural Delegation*

CM Sai also met artists from Chhattisgarh who performed traditional folk dances at the festival. “Our culture is our identity,” he said. “When Chhattisgarh’s rhythm echoes on Gujarat’s soil, it embodies not just art — it’s the resonance of unity.”

*Investor Connect: Chhattisgarh Emerges as a Promising Investment Hub*

At the Investor Connect event in Ahmedabad, Chief Minister Sai engaged with leading industrialists to showcase Chhattisgarh’s investment potential. The state received ₹33,321 crore worth of investment proposals, expected to generate nearly 14,900 new jobs.

*New Industrial Policy Opens the Gateway to Reform*

Sai highlighted that since the rollout of Chhattisgarh’s new industrial policy, the state has attracted a cumulative ₹7.83 lakh crore in investment proposals.
“Over the past 22 months, we have implemented more than 350 reforms to make industrial setup and operations smoother than ever before,” he emphasized.

*“Energy, Minerals, and Technology Will Power a Developed Chhattisgarh”*

CM Sai underlined the synergy between the two states:“Gujarat has enterprise; Chhattisgarh has energy, minerals, and skilled manpower. Together, they can fuel the rise of a developed India.”

*Major Companies Express Strong Investment Interest*

Prominent firms including Torrent Power, Lyceum Life Sciences, Mala Creations, Torrent Pharma, Sapphire Semicon, and Multi Super Specialty Hospital submitted proposals spanning industrial, healthcare, pharma, and green energy sectors — marking a diverse expansion of investment corridors.

*Naya Raipur to Emerge as an AI and Data Center Hub*

The Chief Minister announced plans to develop Nava Raipur as a major hub for IT and AI-driven data centers. Several companies from the semiconductor and electronics sectors have expressed interest in investing. He also noted that with tourism now accorded industry status, new opportunities are opening in the hospitality and wellness sectors.

*“Viksit Bharat 2047” — Vision with Collaboration, Culture, and Technology*

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai concluded“The dream of Viksit Bharat 2047 will be realized only when our youth master new technologies, our culture earns global recognition, and our states progress through collaboration. My visit to Gujarat has woven these three dimensions into a unified vision.”

Among those accompanying the Chief Minister were Rajiv Agrawal, Chairman of CSIDC; Subodh Singh, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister; Rahul Bhagat, Secretary to CM; and Rajat Kumar, Secretary, Department of Industries, along with other senior officials.