PM Modi Inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch & Saurashtra in Rajkot

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) for the Kutch & Saurashtra region in Rajkot. The event was held at Marwadi University as part of India’s ongoing efforts to promote regional economic growth and attract investments across western Gujarat. 1

Two-Day Conference to Boost Investment & Growth

The two-day regional conference, taking place from January 11 to January 12, 2026, aims to generate fresh momentum for investment, industrial expansion and sustainable development in the Kutch and Saurashtra districts. The event brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, startups, government officials and global partners. 2

The conference covers 12 districts and is part of a series of four regional conferences planned across Gujarat. 3

Major Highlights & Participation

• More than 400 exhibitors from key sectors such as engineering, ports, logistics, green energy, agro & food processing, and petrochemicals are participating. 4
• Over 1,500 MoUs are expected to be signed involving national and international companies. 5
• The conference will facilitate more than 1,800 Reverse Buyer-Seller business meetings, with participation from over 110 international buyers from countries including the USA, Europe and Australia. 6

Focus Areas & Vision

Key sectors on the agenda include renewable energy, skill development, ceramics, engineering, fisheries, tourism, and MSMEs, aligning with the national goals of sustainable economic growth and increased employment opportunities. 7

The VGRC model aims to replicate the success of the larger Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit by decentralising opportunities and bringing development directly to regional hubs. 8

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