CM Patel inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, trade exhibition in Vadodara
Vadodara, June 29
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday inaugurated a comprehensive trade show and exhibition alongside the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Central Gujarat, showcasing products and entrepreneurial initiatives from across the state as part of efforts to strengthen links between local industries and global markets.
The exhibition, organised at the conference venue in Vadodara, forms a key component of the two-day regional investment event attended by Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, diplomats, investors, industry leaders and government officials.
The exhibition features dedicated pavilions for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), startups, women artisans and tribal entrepreneurs, highlighting Gujarat's industrial capabilities alongside traditional crafts and innovation-led enterprises.
Sharing details after inaugurating the exhibition, Chief Minister Patel said it was encouraging to witness the diversity of talent and entrepreneurship represented at the venue.
"It was inspiring to witness the incredible range of talent on display, from the forward-thinking solutions in the MSME and startup pavilions to the exquisite craftsmanship in the Women Artisans and Tribal Hatt sections," he said.
He added that the exhibition was intended to provide businesses and entrepreneurs with greater opportunities to expand their reach.
"These exhibitions serve as powerful platforms for local industries to showcase their prowess and connect with global markets, further fuelling our state's industrial excellence," CM Patel said.
The trade show brings together enterprises from a wide range of sectors, complementing the conference's focus on investment promotion, industrial development and international partnerships.
Alongside manufacturing and technology-based exhibitors, the exhibition provides space for women entrepreneurs, artisan groups and tribal communities to present their products before domestic and international visitors.
Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, who attended the inaugural session with the Chief Minister and Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, described the event as an important part of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Central Gujarat.
The exhibition has been organised alongside the conference to facilitate interactions between businesses, investors and policymakers while highlighting Gujarat's manufacturing strengths, innovation ecosystem and traditional industries.
Officials said it is expected to help local enterprises explore new business partnerships and expand their presence in national and international markets as the state continues its efforts to attract investment and promote balanced regional industrial development.
— IANS
Reader Comments
So proud of our state! 👏 The Women Artisans section caught my eye – our traditional crafts need global exposure. But CM must also ensure these artisans get fair wages, not just exhibition opportunities. Otherwise it's just exploitation wrapped in silk.
Another round of photo journalism masquerading as development. Where's the actual investment? Where are the jobs? My nephew in Vadodara still can't find work despite having an engineering degree. These exhibitions are just glorified trade fairs for big corporates. Small guy gets nothing.
Love that tribal entrepreneurs got their own pavilion! 🎉 Gujarat's strength lies in its diversity – from tech startups to traditional crafts. My family's from a small village near Vadodara, and initiatives like this give hope that rural artisans won't be forgotten in the race for industrialisation.
Good initiative, but I hope this isn't just another 'Vibrant Gujarat' show where fancy presentations are made but ground reality remains unchanged. We need concrete outcomes – more factories, more jobs, better infrastructure in central Gujarat. The tribal section is a nice touch though. Let's see the numbers after two years.
As someone from the startup ecosystem in Vadodara, this is genuinely encouraging! We got to connect with some international investors at the exhibition. But the real test is whether these connections translate into actual business. Sat in the MSME panel – some good discussions, but need simpler regulatory processes. Still, taking a step in the right direction. 🚀
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