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India Gazette
14-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
CM Mohan Yadav woos global investors for Madhya Pradesh in UAE
Dubai [UAE], July 14 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, currently on an official visit to the UAE as part of the MP Global Dialogue 2025, held a series of high-level meetings aimed at strengthening industrial cooperation and attracting global investment to the state. During a meeting with representatives of the Tata Group in Dubai, Yadav discussed avenues for investment across sectors including IT, renewable energy, automobile, and infrastructure. He highlighted Madhya Pradesh's investor-friendly policies and fast-track approval process, encouraging greater participation from global investors. In a separate engagement, the Chief Minister met with Sunil Manjrekar, President of the Global Maharashtrian Business Forum (GMBF). The discussion focused on promoting foreign investment in Madhya Pradesh, boosting exports, and integrating into global value chains. Yadav noted the potential of leveraging GMBF's international network of entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals. Furthering international outreach, Yadav held a one-on-one meeting with Humaid Mohamed Ben Salem, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) UAE. The meeting focused on enhancing economic ties and promoting bilateral investment opportunities. He underscored Madhya Pradesh's strategic location and strengths in infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, and food processing. Speaking on the state's cultural and tourism potential, Yadav highlighted efforts to boost religious tourism. 'Baba Mahakal's procession is being taken out in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh and devotees eagerly wait for this time of the year. We have made new arrangements for Baba Mahakal's procession. The state government is committed to increasing religious tourism in the state,' he said. At the textile city in Dubai, Yadav noted the enthusiasm of Indian businessmen and global investors. 'I have arrived at the textile city in Dubai and a committee of Indian businessmen have taken land from the Dubai government and established a market here. The facilities here are very good. Investors in large numbers have expressed their desire to invest in Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh is moving forward in the field of textiles,' he added. On the second day of his visit, the Chief Minister engaged in multiple one-on-one discussions with investors. 'Since this morning, we have been meeting with different people. First, we met the people from the embassy and had a discussion with them about how the Indian govt and the MP govt can do business with foreign nations in a simpler manner and what are the possible areas. We have mining and have various types of industry set ups. There is a huge potential for a food park, we have discussed it too. We allocated time for every business-related task; we also had several one-on-one discussions and interacted with many good investors,' he said while speaking to ANI. He further emphasized the state's focus on civil aviation and emergency health services. 'We are also doing work on aviation in our state, and they are ready to support it with the guidance of the Indian government. Along with this, there are investment opportunities in different sectors which include energy sector, service sector, health and wellness and we have received some good suggestions as well. In the mining sector, which consists of gold mines, diamond mines, several types of cement industries and others in which investors showed their interest,' he said. Yadav also held a meeting with UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, to discuss investment under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and I2U2 collaboration. In a post on X, he said, 'Today, on the second day of the Dubai visit, I met with the UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, H.E. Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, and held extensive discussions on the immense investment opportunities in Madhya Pradesh under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and I2U2 collaboration.' 'Madhya Pradesh offers a suitable industrial base, policy support, and necessary infrastructure for UAE investments in sectors such as EV, textiles, pharma, smart manufacturing, renewable energy, and food processing. Additionally, there are vast opportunities for partnership in areas like mineral resources, tourism, healthcare, 'plug and play' industrial parks, and air cargo. This multidimensional collaboration based on CEPA and I2U2 will elevate India-UAE relations to new heights and prove significant in realizing the vision of a 'Developed Madhya Pradesh',' he added. Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister held a high-level bilateral meeting with Chairman of the Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO), Mukesh Vora. They reached a consensus on setting up the MP-JITO investment platform in Dubai to facilitate cooperation in advanced manufacturing, logistics, renewable energy, skill development, MSME promotion, and educational exchange. According to a post by the MP Chief Minister's Office on X, 'Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, during his Dubai visit, held a high-level bilateral meeting with Mr. Mukesh Vora, Chairman of the JITO (Jain International Trade Organisation) group. The meeting extensively discussed the possibilities of investment and industrial cooperation in Madhya Pradesh. During this, consensus was reached on establishing the MP-JITO investment platform in Dubai, encouraging joint ventures in advanced manufacturing, logistics, and renewable energy sectors, as well as strengthening partnerships in the areas of skill development, MSME promotion, and educational exchange.' Yadav also met with Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Emirates Airlines and the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Essa Sulaiman Ahmad, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for West Asia and the Indian Ocean at Emirates. Discussions focused on promoting direct flight services from Tier-2 cities like Indore and Bhopal, developing a regional cargo hub in Central India, and exploring aviation training and MRO infrastructure. In another meeting, Yadav discussed the 3.0 gigawatt solar cell project in Narmadapuram district with Vinay Thadani, CEO and Director of Grew Energy Private Limited. The project is expected to generate over 700 jobs and position Madhya Pradesh as a leader in the sustainable energy sector. 'The investment dialogue of Madhya Pradesh in Dubai began this morning with various important meetings and discussions... Detailed discussions were held with the Consul General of India and Embassy officials, focusing on making business abroad smoother and more effective. Considering the potential in areas such as mineral resources, industrial infrastructure, and food processing parks, extensive dialogues took place with various business representatives,' Yadav said. 'One-on-one meetings were held regarding potential investments in air ambulance, civil aviation, and MRO sectors, which received positive responses from Dubai's industrial community. Additionally, meaningful suggestions emerged in the fields of wellness, healthcare, energy, and services. Investors showed keen interest in gold and diamond mining, as well as other mineral-based sectors, which will give a new direction to the state's development,' he added. Yadav is scheduled to travel to Spain after concluding his visit to the UAE. The visit, from July 13 to 19, aims to bring global investment to Madhya Pradesh, encourage technology sharing, and create new job opportunities under the umbrella of 'Global Dialogue 2025.' (ANI)
India Gazette
14-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
"MP is committed to increasing religious tourism": CM Mohan Yadav during Dubai visit
Dubai [UAE], July 14 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, currently on an official visit to the UAE as part of the MP Global Dialogue 2025, on Monday highlighted the state's efforts to boost religious tourism and attract global investment across key sectors including textiles, aviation, renewable energy, and mining. Speaking about the religious significance of the Mahakal procession, the Chief Minister said, 'Baba Mahakal's procession is being taken out in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh and devotees eagerly wait for this time of the year. We (Madhya Pradesh government) have made new arrangements for Baba Mahakal's procession. The state government is committed to increasing religious tourism in the state.' Yadav, who visited the textile city in Dubai, also spoke about the interest of Indian businessmen and global investors. 'I have arrived at the textile city in Dubai and a committee of Indian businessmen have taken land from the Dubai government and established a market here. The facilities here are very good. Investors in large numbers have expressed their desire to invest in Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh is moving forward in the field of textiles,' he said. On the second day of his visit, the Chief Minister held one-on-one interactions with investors and discussed investment opportunities across sectors. 'Since this morning, we have been meeting with different people. First, we met the people from the embassy and had a discussion with them about how the Indian govt and the MP govt can do business with foreign nations in a simpler manner and what are the possible areas. We have mining and have various types of industry set ups. There is a huge potential for a food park, we have discussed it too. We allocated time for every business-related task; we also had several one-on-one discussions and interacted with many good investors,' he said while speaking to ANI. He further emphasised the state's focus on civil aviation and emergency health services. 'We are also doing work on aviation in our state, and they (investors) are ready to support it with the guidance of the Indian government. Along with this, there are investment opportunities in different sectors which include energy sector, service sector, health and wellness and we have received some good suggestions as well. In the mining sector, which consists of gold mines, diamond mines, several types of cement industries and others in which investors showed their interest,' he added. CM Yadav also held a meeting with UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, to discuss investment under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and I2U2 collaboration. In a post on X, Yadav stated, 'Today, on the second day of the Dubai visit, I met with the UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, H.E. Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, and held extensive discussions on the immense investment opportunities in Madhya Pradesh under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and I2U2 collaboration.' 'Madhya Pradesh offers a suitable industrial base, policy support, and necessary infrastructure for UAE investments in sectors such as EV, textiles, pharma, smart manufacturing, renewable energy, and food processing. Additionally, there are vast opportunities for partnership in areas like mineral resources, tourism, healthcare, 'plug and play' industrial parks, and air cargo. This multidimensional collaboration based on CEPA and I2U2 will elevate India-UAE relations to new heights and prove significant in realizing the vision of a 'Developed Madhya Pradesh',' he added. Earlier in the day, Yadav held a high-level bilateral meeting with Chairman of the Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO), Mukesh Vora, where they reached a consensus on setting up the MP-JITO investment platform in Dubai to facilitate cooperation in advanced manufacturing, logistics, renewable energy, skill development, MSME promotion, and educational exchange. According to a post by the MP Chief Minister's Office on X, 'Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, during his Dubai visit, held a high-level bilateral meeting with Mr. Mukesh Vora, Chairman of the JITO (Jain International Trade Organisation) group. The meeting extensively discussed the possibilities of investment and industrial cooperation in Madhya Pradesh. During this, consensus was reached on establishing the MP-JITO investment platform in Dubai, encouraging joint ventures in advanced manufacturing, logistics, and renewable energy sectors, as well as strengthening partnerships in the areas of skill development, MSME promotion, and educational exchange.' Yadav also met with Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Emirates Airlines and the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Essa Sulaiman Ahmad, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for West Asia and the Indian Ocean at Emirates. Discussions focused on promoting direct flight services from Tier-2 cities like Indore and Bhopal, developing a regional cargo hub in Central India, and exploring aviation training and MRO infrastructure. The Chief Minister further held a meeting with Vinay Thadani, CEO and Director of Grew Energy Private Limited, regarding the 3.0 gigawatt solar cell project in Narmadapuram district, expected to generate over 700 jobs and position Madhya Pradesh as a leader in the sustainable energy sector. 'The investment dialogue of Madhya Pradesh in Dubai began this morning with various important meetings and discussions... Detailed discussions were held with the Consul General of India and Embassy officials, focusing on making business abroad smoother and more effective. Considering the potential in areas such as mineral resources, industrial infrastructure, and food processing parks, extensive dialogues took place with various business representatives,' Yadav said. 'One-on-one meetings were held regarding potential investments in air ambulance, civil aviation, and MRO sectors, which received positive responses from Dubai's industrial community. Additionally, meaningful suggestions emerged in the fields of wellness, healthcare, energy, and services. Investors showed keen interest in gold and diamond mining, as well as other mineral-based sectors, which will give a new direction to the state's development,' he added. Yadav is scheduled to travel to Spain after concluding his visit to the UAE. The visit, from July 13 to 19, aims to bring global investment to Madhya Pradesh, encourage technology sharing, and create new job opportunities under the umbrella of 'Global Dialogue 2025.' (ANI)
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
MP: Collector's order for School Holiday on Shravan Mondays in Ujjain sparks political debate
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 9 (ANI): A political debate has erupted in Madhya Pradesh over an order issued by the Ujjain district administration declaring holidays for schools on Mondays during the month of Shravan, citing the traditional Mahakal Sawari (procession) in the city of Ujjain. Ujjain Collector Raushan Kumar Singh issued the order declaring a holiday for all government and private schools within the limits of Ujjain Municipal Corporation every Monday from July 14 to August 11. To compensate, schools will remain open on the preceding Sundays. 'In view of Lord Mahakaleshwar Sawari during Shravan, All the government and non-government schools within the limits of Ujjain Municipal Corporation area will remain closed on July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4, and August 11, every Monday. In lieu of this, the schools will operate as per their scheduled time on July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, and August 10 on every Sunday, respectively,' the order stated. Following the directive, a political war of words broke out between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition Congress. Congress MLA, Arif Masood, criticised the move, saying the collector issued an 'irrelevant order' and only wished to appease the Chief Minister. 'Mahakal's ride has been observed for years and traditionally people welcome it. People belonging to every section of society and religion welcome it. But sadly, the collector issued this irrelevant order and only wanted to please the Chief Minister. It is relevant because the traditional procession is already observed for years, so what is the need for a holiday and running schools on Sundays,' Masood told ANI. 'Additionally, if people of other religions will also raise such a demand, then what will one do? Therefore, the country will operate in accordance with the constitution. Those who talk about one country and one constitution should think about it. This order is not for Mahakal Sawari or the education of children but to please the Chief Minister,' he added. Responding to the criticism, BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma said the Congress was 'unfortunate' and alleged the party was 'busy feeding biryani to terrorists.' 'Parents of Ujjain district must be happy that the school will be closed on Mondays and they will visit to take blessings of Lord Mahakal and participate in the 'Mahakal Sawari'. The Congress is unfortunate, neither they had a fate to behold Lord Ram nor Lord Krishna nor fortunate enough to get blessings of Lord Mahadev. The Congress is only busy feeding biryani to terrorists. Its people are busy sycophanting foreigners. I don't know whether this Congress belongs to China or Pakistan... The Collector has the authority to declare a government holiday based on public needs,' Sharma told ANI. There is a tradition of taking out Baba Mahakal's Sawari (procession) every Monday in the month of Sawan. It is believed that in order to know the condition of the public, Baba Mahakal goes on a tour of the city. The devotees also wait for hours on the roadside to witness the ride and consider themselves blessed by getting a glimpse of Baba Mahakal. (ANI)
Canada Standard
12-06-2025
- General
- Canada Standard
MP CM Mohan Yadav expresses grief over Gujarat plane crash incident
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday expressed grief over the plane crash incident in Gujarat's Ahmedabad and prayed for the safety of all the passengers and the cabin crew members. 'The news of a passenger plane crash in Ahmedabad is extremely tragic and heartbreaking. I pray to Baba Mahakal for the safety and well-being of all passengers and the crew,' CM Yadav said in a post on X. The Air India plane from Ahmedabad to London with 242 passengers crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday. According to Air India, 'Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off. The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hours, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals. ' Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday and took stock of the crash incident in Ahmedabad involving an Air India flight bound for London, according to sources. The Civil Aviation Minister informed the Prime Minister that he is rushing to Ahmedabad to oversee rescue and relief operations on the ground, the Civil Aviation Ministry said. this regard, the Sardar Vallabhbhai International Airports spokesperson said, ' Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, earlier today, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff, outside the airport. As a result, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, is currently not operational. All flight operations are temporarily suspended until further notice. Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport. 'We request your cooperation and patience as authorities manage this evolving situation. Further updates will be provided as soon as available,' airport authorities said. (ANI)
India Gazette
12-06-2025
- General
- India Gazette
MP CM Mohan Yadav expresses grief over Gujarat plane crash incident
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday expressed grief over the plane crash incident in Gujarat's Ahmedabad and prayed for the safety of all the passengers and the cabin crew members. 'The news of a passenger plane crash in Ahmedabad is extremely tragic and heartbreaking. I pray to Baba Mahakal for the safety and well-being of all passengers and the crew,' CM Yadav said in a post on X. The Air India plane from Ahmedabad to London with 242 passengers crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday. According to Air India, 'Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off. The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hours, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals. ' Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday and took stock of the crash incident in Ahmedabad involving an Air India flight bound for London, according to sources. The Civil Aviation Minister informed the Prime Minister that he is rushing to Ahmedabad to oversee rescue and relief operations on the ground, the Civil Aviation Ministry said. this regard, the Sardar Vallabhbhai International Airports spokesperson said, ' Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, earlier today, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff, outside the airport. As a result, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, is currently not operational. All flight operations are temporarily suspended until further notice. Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates before proceeding to the airport. 'We request your cooperation and patience as authorities manage this evolving situation. Further updates will be provided as soon as available,' airport authorities said. (ANI)
