Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami‘s visit to the United Kingdom for the Global Investors Summit in London has yielded significant economic gains for the Indian state. During his stay, Dhami and his delegation engaged in a series of fruitful meetings with global investors, resulting in the signing of Investment Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹3,000 crores with two prominent companies.
On the third day of his visit, the Uttarakhand government, under Dhami’s leadership, formalized these deals, which promise to drive economic growth and job creation within the state.
Investment Highlights:
- Agar Technology Commits ₹2,000 Crores for Lithium Battery Plants: The state government signed a landmark agreement worth ₹2,000 crores with Agar Technology. This investment will fuel the establishment of lithium battery plants in Uttarakhand, a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions.
- ₹1,000 Crore MoU with Fira Barcelona: Uttarakhand secured another valuable agreement, amounting to ₹1,000 crores, with Fira Barcelona, a renowned European entity specializing in convention center management and business fair organization. This partnership is expected to enhance Uttarakhand’s stature as a business and trade hub.
- EaseMyTrip Partnership: Additionally, two MoUs were signed with EaseMyTrip, reflecting the commitment to boost tourism and employment opportunities in the state. EaseMyTrip will establish a state-backed Online Travel Aggregator (OTA) and promote Uttarakhand as a global tourism destination.
CM Dhami’s Vision:
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We have made more than 27 new policies.” He went on to confirm that MoUs worth ₹9,000 crores have already been signed, with the expectation of more to come in the following days.
Positive Outlook:
These agreements hold great promise for Uttarakhand’s economic growth and development. With the infusion of substantial investments, the state is poised for significant advancements in technology, tourism, and sustainable energy.
Quotes:
CM Dhami said, “We have made more than 27 new policies.” He added, “So far, MoUs worth ₹9,000 crores have been signed. It is expected that some more MoUs will be signed tomorrow.”
Key Attendees:
The meetings held in London were attended by dignitaries and officials, including Secretary to the Chief Minister, Dr. R. Meenakshi Sundaram; Director-General of Industries, Rohit Meena; and various other members of the official delegation along with investors.
News Summary:
- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s UK visit for the Global Investors Summit in London culminated in the signing of ₹3,000 crore worth of Investment MoUs.
- Agar Technology committed ₹2,000 crores to establish lithium battery plants, while Fira Barcelona signed an MoU of ₹1,000 crores for convention center management and business fairs in Uttarakhand.
- Additional MoUs were inked with EaseMyTrip to promote Uttarakhand as a global tourism destination.
- CM Dhami announced that so far, MoUs worth ₹9,000 crores have been signed, reflecting the state’s growing economic prospects.
- Dignitaries and officials attended the meetings, affirming the state’s commitment to attracting investments and fostering economic growth.
