Business
07 Aug, 2026
Gujarat is top choice for new industries and foreign investment, says CM Patel at summit
Business To Business Gandhinagar, 07 August, 2026: Bhupendra Patel on Friday said Gujarat has emerged as a global gateway for future-oriented industrial development and has become the "Best Choice of Investment" for new ventures and foreign investors.
Speaking at the Viksit Gujarat Summit 2026 held at GIFT City, Patel highlighted the state's performance in attracting investments.
Key remarks
- Gujarat has evolved into a major destination for industrial development and global investment.
- The state is positioning itself as a preferred location for new business ventures and foreign capital.
NITI Aayog ranking
Referring to the recently released
Investment Friendliness Index 2026 by
NITI Aayog, the Chief Minister said:
- Gujarat ranked first in India in attracting foreign capital for setting up businesses.
Patel said the state's investment-friendly policies, industrial infrastructure and business ecosystem have helped strengthen its position as a leading destination for domestic and international investors.