MP Shares Natural and Close Bond with Dubai and Stands Ready with Wealth of Opportunities: CM Mohan Yadav
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh shares a natural and close relationship with Dubai. He said, “We are a trusted partner of Dubai and stand with Dubai with a wealth of possibilities and opportunities”. The Chief Minister added that Madhya Pradesh is the heart of Incredible India and that the state is here to win a place in the hearts of investors in Dubai.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav wsaid that Madhya Pradesh’s industrial policies are highly transparent and investor-friendly. He said, “Our policies, intent, leadership and the entire government are ready to welcome investors.” The CM urged investors to invest in Madhya Pradesh without any hesitation, assuring them that the state government would never let them down.
CM Dr. Monhan Yadav was addressing the specially organised ‘Investment Destination: Madhya Pradesh’ session on Monday at the AIM Congress-2026 being held at the World Trade Centre in Dubai, on the second day of his visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Ambassador of India to the UAE Dr. Deepak Mittal, and a large number of industrialists, investors and industries partners from India and abroad were present at the session. An audio-visual film highlighting Madhya Pradesh’s industrial progress, strengths, investment opportunities and immense potential was also screened during the session.
CM said that Dubai is a global hub for investment and innovation. He said it was a matter of pride for Madhya Pradesh that a shared roadmap for global partnerships, strategic and economic cooperation, and a strong and prosperous future was being presented on the major platform of AIM Congress. He said, “Madhya Pradesh has won the trust of investors through its policy, intent and approach to investment.”
Dr. Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh has created opportunities for investors to grow across a wide range of sectors.
Madhya Pradesh Offers Strong Connectivity with Other States
CM Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh is the heart of India and enjoys strong connectivity with all parts of the country. The state offers round-the-clock freight movement facilities and is well positioned for exports and distribution. Its access to major industrial centres and markets, along with the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, rail network and modern logistics corridors, has given Madhya Pradesh a distinctive strategic advantage. He said Madhya Pradesh is emerging as a hub for agriculture, industry, services and new industry-led economic activities.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the textile sector is one of the fastest-emerging sectors in Madhya Pradesh. The state is no longer limited to production alone; its textile industry represents a unique convergence of its rich industrial heritage and modern industrial capabilities.
Dr. Yadav said that industrial centres such as Pithampur and Mandideep have become preferred destinations for leading Indian companies. Alongside traditional industries, Madhya Pradesh is also preparing its younger generation to embrace future business and commercial opportunities and contribute to the state’s economic growth.
CM said, “We understand that investment does not come merely by looking at resources and opportunities; it also requires trust. Madhya Pradesh is that trusted partner for investors, where policies are simple and transparent, resources are abundant, and modern infrastructure is available for your industries and manufacturing units.”
MP and UAE Witnessing New Agreements: Ambassador Dr. Mittal
India’s Ambassador to the UAE Dr. Deepak Mittal said that Madhya Pradesh is playing an important role as a growth engine in India’s development journey. The Indian economy recorded a growth rate of 7.8 per cent in the April-June 2026 quarter, demonstrating its resilience amid global challenges.
Madhya Pradesh has played a significant role in this economic growth. He said Madhya Pradesh has maintained its GDP growth at above 12 per cent for several years. The UAE is also playing an important role as a key partner in India’s rapidly growing economy. Several important agreements have been signed between India and the UAE, and bilateral trade has increased to more than USD 100 billion over the past three years. This reflects the commitment of the leadership of both countries and the deepening of bilateral ties.
The UAE is among India’s top three countries in terms of bilateral trade. Dr. Mittal said, “This is a significant achievement for us. Today, Madhya Pradesh and the UAE are witnessing the signing of new agreements.”
MP- Dubai Economic Ties to be Strengthened through CEPA: ACS Mandloi
At the Invest in Madhya Pradesh investment session held in Dubai, Additional Chief Secretary, Industrial Policy and Investment Promotion, Neeraj Mandloi, made a detailed presentation on Madhya Pradesh’s rapidly growing economy, investor-friendly policies and strong industrial infrastructure. He said that Madhya Pradesh, located in the heart of India, provides easy access to nearly 60 per cent of the country’s population within a 1,000-kilometre radius, allowing products to reach major consumer markets more quickly. The state’s GSDP growth rate has averaged around 12.7 per cent over the past five years.
The session also emphasised the need to further strengthen trade ties between Dubai and Madhya Pradesh through the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
An audio-visual presentation highlighting investment opportunities, policies and infrastructure in Madhya Pradesh was also screened during the session. At the conclusion of the session, Secretary of the Industrial Policy and Investment Promotion Department, Shri John Kingsley, thanked all the investors and industrialists for their participation.