Indian conglomerates Adani, Birla, Mahindra, and Vedanta outline their investment strategies.

The Rising Rajasthan Summit kicked off in Jaipur, attracting top industrialists from around the world. Prior to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address, several prominent business leaders shared their views and investment plans for the state’s growth. Vedanta’s Anil Agarwal highlighted Rajasthan’s mineral resources, announcing potential investments of Rs 1.5 lakh crore, including Rs 40,000 crore for the state, and plans to create 5 lakh jobs. Adani Group’s Karan Adani pledged Rs 7.5 lakh crore across multiple sectors, with half to be invested within five years, and emphasized the state’s progress under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. Kumar Mangalam Birla of Birla Group announced investments of Rs 50,000 crore in cement, textiles, and renewable energy, while Anand Mahindra of Mahindra Group praised the Jaipur SEZ and shared his company’s 20-year journey in the state. The leaders emphasized their commitment to investing in Rajasthan and creating jobs in various sectors.