RISE Conclave: Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav hails investments promised to state
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav has said that just like the nation, the state is also undergoing transformation and that a conducive environment for investment has been created across the state.
CM Yadav affirmed that the journey of Madhya Pradesh's industrial growth will not stop but will now move forward at an even faster pace. He said that while Ratlam was once known for namkeen sev, sarees, and gold, it will now also be recognized for skill, scale, and startups.
He said that investment proposals worth Rs 30,402 crore have been received at the Ratlam RISE Conclave, which are expected to generate 35,520 employment opportunities.
Highlighting Ratlam's proud history and strategic location in central India, the Chief Minister announced that soon, goods movement will be facilitated via air cargo in Madhya Pradesh. The government is making every effort to enhance the state's prospects and create more job opportunities for youth, he said, adding that roadshows are being conducted across cities to attract investment, with the next to be held in Surat on June 29.
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