The World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF) 2025, a two-day conference, was inaugurated in Mumbai on December 22, 2025, by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The conference, themed “Innovation, Self Reliance and Prosperity,” was attended by prominent figures, including Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, industrialists Hari Mohan Bangur and Sajjan Jindal, and policymakers. The inaugural session highlighted India’s potential for economic growth, with Bangur emphasizing the country’s inherent strengths in talent, resources, and technology.
Bangur, Chairman of Shree Cement Ltd, handed over a letter of intent to invest ₹2,000 crore in Maharashtra to Chief Minister Fadnavis. He stressed the importance of ethics in economic thought, stating that “dharma guides artha” in Indian culture, and that profit must be accompanied by responsibility. Bangur also shared his company’s experience in innovating energy efficiency, reducing coal consumption by making innovative changes to their power plants.
Chief Minister Fadnavis described the WHEF as a vital platform for collaboration and dialogue, emphasizing the importance of understanding Hindu philosophy in the country’s economic system. He believes that this understanding will enable India to become a prosperous nation, create a harmonious society, and contribute to the world vision.
On the sidelines of the conference, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlighted India’s growing global stature and the role of states in driving economic growth. He noted that India has created its own space and identity in global affairs under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and that every state has an important role to play in the country’s economic growth. Yadav also mentioned that Madhya Pradesh has garnered ₹8.5 lac crores of investment and is moving ahead in sectors such as mining, energy, tourism, and religious tourism.
The WHEF aims to provide a platform for dialogue and collaboration, promoting innovation, self-reliance, and prosperity. The conference brings together industrialists, policymakers, startup founders, and business leaders to discuss India’s economic growth and the role of Hindu philosophy in shaping the country’s economic system. With prominent figures emphasizing the importance of ethics, innovation, and collaboration, the WHEF 2025 is poised to play a significant role in shaping India’s economic future.