J’khand to pitch investment opportunities at Delhi meet

The Jharkhand government will organise a National Stakeholders Consultation in New Delhi to position the state as an emerging investment destination, with special sessions on industrial promotion, information technology, artificial intelligence, and tourism.

Transforming Jharkhand: A Sneak Peek at the Upcoming National Stakeholder Meet

“The state government has planned a two-day national stakeholder meeting in New Delhi on July 8-9. The focus areas of the meeting are industry, IT, and tourism,” Vishal Sagar, director, department of industries, Government of Jharkhand, said.

The consultation, to be held at Taj Palace, New Delhi, will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and other stakeholders to discuss investment opportunities and policy initiatives aimed at accelerating the state’s economic growth.

An MoU signing ceremony and the launch of several new policies and digital portals are also scheduled during the event.

Focus On Digital Economy, Artificial Intelligence, and Governance

The first day, July 8, will focus on the digital economy, with two sessions to be led by Pooja Singhal, secretary, department of information technology and e-governance.

The sessions, titled ‘Leadership Dialogue on Digital Governance and IT Infrastructure’ and ‘Policy Consultation: Shaping Jharkhand’s AI Future’, will deliberate on strengthening the state’s digital ecosystem and advancing artificial intelligence-led innovation.

The second day, July 9, will be held in the presence of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. It will feature a session on ‘Destination Jharkhand: Driving Tourism, Investment and Inclusive Development’, led by Mukesh Kumar, secretary, department of tourism, arts, culture, sports and youth affairs, highlighting the state’s tourism potential and investment prospects.

Another key session on ‘Stakeholders Consultation: Industrial Promotion and Investment’ will be led by Sanjay Prasad Yadav, industries minister, and Arava Rajkamal, industries secretary.

The event will conclude with the signing of investment agreements and the unveiling of policy initiatives intended to facilitate business and investment.

Showcasing Mineral Wealth, EV Infrastructure, and Tourism Potential

The state government will highlight Jharkhand’s strengths as one of India’s most mineral-rich states with a robust industrial base spanning steel, mining, power, and manufacturing.

Officials will also present opportunities in value-added manufacturing, electric vehicles, renewable energy equipment, logistics, and industrial infrastructure, backed by investor-friendly policies, land availability, single-window clearances, and expanding connectivity.

In the technology sector, Jharkhand will showcase its growing digital infrastructure, e-governance initiatives, and expanding startup ecosystem while inviting investments in AI, software development, cybersecurity, data centres, digital healthcare, and agritech.

The tourism sector will also be projected as a high-growth investment avenue, with the government highlighting opportunities in eco-tourism, heritage hospitality, wellness tourism, adventure sports, ropeways, convention facilities, and destination development.

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